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Resolving Running-Related Injury

Informed Practitioner in Sport

This is evident in a number of specialised anatomical features and is also reflected in our physiology ( Bramble and Lieberman 2004 ). On the contrary it has been pointed out that humans evolved to run, driven by survival pressures that specifically selected for the ability to sustain bipedal running locomotion over long distances.

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Lessons from 2020: Future-Proofing Skill Sets for Uncertain Times

Informed Practitioner in Sport

Sian began her professional career in physiology, working with British Swimming, before obtaining her PhD in statistical modelling of sport performance with Swimming New Zealand, leading to a strategic role as Performance Intelligence Manager with Paralympics New Zealand.

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New courses in Sport Coaching and Leadership program will address sociocultural and financial aspects of running a sport program

MSU

Physical Bases of Coaching (KIN 856) will address how knowledge from physiology, anatomy, biomechanics can help coaches create seasonal training plans and execute practice designs to develop athleticism in their players. This course will be taught by Dr. Jessica Wallace of the University of Alabama (and MSU Kinesiology PhD alumnus).

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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

PLT4M

Essential fat is necessary for normal physiological function, including hormone production and insulation. These fibrous structures play a crucial role in the biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system. Tendons : Tendons are connective tissues that attach muscles to bones, enabling the transfer of force and facilitating movement.