4.4.2 - Centre of Mass Dynamics
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Practice Questions
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What is the centre of mass?
💡 Hint: Think about balance.
Why is a low COM important in sports?
💡 Hint: Recall how athletes position themselves defensively.
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What does a lower COM help an athlete achieve?
💡 Hint: Think about defensive stances.
True or False: A high COM is beneficial for balance.
💡 Hint: Consider the roles of stability in various actions.
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Challenge Problems
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You have two athletes, one with a low COM and another with a high COM. Both try to maintain balance while being pushed in opposite directions. Who will likely maintain balance better and why?
💡 Hint: Think about why balance is easier with a lower stance.
Design a training drill that helps athletes practice varying their COM during defense and offense. Describe the drill's key components.
💡 Hint: Consider drills that simulate game situations.
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