Biomechanics and Body Movements

Biomechanics

referring to the mechanical principles of living organisms, particularly their movement and structure.

Motion

The movement of a body or an object across space. Speed and acceleration are major elements of motion.

Force

This is the push or pull that causes a person or an object to accelerate, decelerate, stop, or change direction.

Momentum

This is the product of a weight and its velocity when it is moved

Levers

Our arms and legs function as levers; a lever has three parts: the resistance arm, the fulcrum and the axis of rotaion.

Balance

This refers stability. The alignment of the body's center of gravity over the base of support is a fundamental principle of balance.