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Biomechanical Principles:
Physical Education:
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Standard 2.0 Biomechanical Principles
Students will demonstrate an ability to use the principles of biomechanics to generate and control force to improve their movement effectiveness and safety.
Topic
A. Effects on Objects
Indicator
- 1. Identify ways that people and objects move.
Objectives
- Display how changing the angle of an object when thrown, kicked, or released changes the distance and direction it will travel.
- Show how to reduce the speed of a thrown object such as: bending the elbows when catching a ball.
Topic
B. Balance
Indicator
- 1. Identify balance through movement.
Objectives
- Show static balance using symmetrical and asymmetrical shapes.
- Explain and display the importance of a base of support and center of gravity when maintaining balance.
May 27, 2009
