Have you ever noticed athletes accelerating during the 100 meter run? The more they accelerate, the more they lean forward. Why? Let's do a simple analysis. Suppose the runner can be modeled as a ...

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The relationship between acceleration, velocity change and the time taken for the change is given by this formula. \(\text{acceleration}=\frac{\text{change in ...

I know this stuff can get a little high-level and “strength-and-conditioning-nerdy,” but stick with me. My goal here is to help OnSI athletes and the everyday athlete understand the science behind two ...

Acceleration close accelerationThe rate of change in speed (or velocity) is measured in metres per second squared. Acceleration = change of velocity ÷ time taken. is the rate of change of velocity. It ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about physics, science, academia, and pop culture. This helps, sort of, but as more numbers get thrown around, it can get ...