Biomechanics of a Track Race Dive



Analysis of the biomechanics of a track racing dive in swimming. As well as applying constraints in order to improve on a swimmers performance. For XNB298, QUT Semester 2 2016. Submission by Tahlena McInerney and Claire Grimes.

Introduction to Kinematics in Biomechanics – Chapter 1 of 3



Join us for our new course Biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System as we go through how to setup a motion capture system, acquire data with it, and process data. We will also explore principles of biomechanics using Visual3D to teach practical applications of scientific methods in the field.

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UWF Biomechanics & Motion Lab Inspires Donor



Hal Marcus is no stranger to the University of West Florida. He’s been a long-time supporter of the university and its commitment to enhancing research, instruction and the quality of life of the Northwest Florida area.

After touring the Biomechanics Laboratory in the Health, Leisure and Exercise Science Department at UWF in 2012, Marcus pledged ,000 for additional equipment, further enhancing the lab’s capabilities.

The lab’s equipment allows UWF students and researchers the ability to view and analyze discrete human movement. Students work directly with the equipment in a hands-on approach to understanding normal human movement. Several courses in the department take advantage of the laboratory’s capabilities, making data collection and analysis a part of course objectives and hands-on learning.

The newly outfitted laboratory boasts industry-leading technology that enhances education within the program as well as UWF’s regional outreach.

“As a child, Marcus suffered from Legg-CalvĂ©-Perthes disease and was not allowed to walk for two years. “Exercise is an important part of everyday life, and a lab like this will continue to improve many lives. The more people who know about and support it, the greater the potential for creating a research niche in UWF’s BioMechanics Lab,” he said.

If you’re interested in donating to the Biomechanics Lab, please visit www.uwf.edu/give or contact Martha Lee Blodgett at mlblodgett@uwf.edu.