Module 2: Biomechanics

Question 1

Musculoskeletal system works as a whole to: (3)

Answer 1

1. Produce Movement
2. Deal with the constant pull of gravity
3. Dissipate Ground Reaction Forces

Question 2

1. Anatomical function of muscles?

2. Dealing with gravity and ground reaction forces?

Answer 2

1. To bring bones together.

2. Regulate the transfer of energy through the body by elongating, or working eccentrically.

Question 3

Human muscular system works in a fashion similar to _____. They must _____ to prevent us from interacting too forcefully with the ______.

Muscles + Soft Tissue Structures use _____ stored in them as they _____ to produce powerful _____ and enable them to _______

Answer 3

Bungee cords
Lengthen
Ground

Energy
Lengthen
Movements
Contract