OPTIMUM TECHNIQUE FOR MAXIMISING FORWARD SOMERSAULT ROTATION IN TRAMPOLINING

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  • Dave Burke
  • Fred Yeadon
  • Mike Hiley

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trampolining##common.commaListSeparator## takeoff##common.commaListSeparator## simulation##common.commaListSeparator## model##common.commaListSeparator## optimisation##common.commaListSeparator## torque-driven

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the optimal technique to produce somersault rotation in forwards rotating somersaulting skills. A 7-segment planar, torque-driven simulation model of a trampolinist was developed. The trampoline was represented by horizontal and vertical force-displacement relationships. The model was evaluated using recorded performances of three forward somersaulting skills. Optimised takeoff technique produced an increase of 9% in rotation potential using a more open shoulder angle and a greater initial horizontal velocity.

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2016-05-05

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33 International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports (2015)

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Modelling / Simulation

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Authors can retain copyright, while granting the International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) the right of first publication.