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Sports Science

PE/ Sports terms in science and tech

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The speed of an object in a specific direction. Example: Kicking a soccer ball forward at 20 miles per hour gives it a different velocity than kicking it to the left at the same speed. Velocity
The study of how a living body moves using mechanical principles Example: Adjusting your arm bend and wrist snap to get the perfect, smooth form for a basketball free throw. Biomechanics
The number of times your heart beats per minute (BPM). It measures how hard your cardiovascular system is working. Example: Checking your pulse after a sprint to see if you reached your "Target Heart Rate Zone" for maximum fitness. Heart Rate
The curved path that an object follows through the air after it is thrown, kicked, or hit. Example: The high, arching path of a perfectly thrown football pass. Trajectory
A scientist who studies how the human body moves and how physical activity affects our health and performance. Example: They look at a runner's stride to find ways they can run faster while using less energy. Kinesiologist
A math and computer expert who gathers, tracks, and looks at statistics to help teams improve their strategies and win games. Example: They use data from wearable GPS trackers to see if a soccer player is getting too tired during practice, helping preven Sports Analysts
A person who uses physics and engineering to design sports equipment, protective gear, and footwear that protects the body. Example: They test different plastics and foams in a lab to create football helmets that absorb the maximum amount of impact to pr Biomechanical Engineer
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