The Science of Gymnastics: An Anthology of 28 Graphs for Kids, Teens, & Curious Adults - Paperback

by M. Schottenbauer (Author)

In this book, readers learn about sports in an entirely new way, through graphs This book contains 28 graphs of activities from gymnastic events, including: Floor, Rings, Parallel Bars, Vault, Pommel Horse, and High Bar. Graphs contain a selection of physics data including acceleration, velocity, trajectory, and force, as well as biophysics data such as breathing, joint angle motion/positions, and the electrical activity of the and muscles (EMG).

Author Biography

An award-winning musician and science student as a youth and young adult, M. Schottenbauer, Ph.D., studied music, physics, mathematics, and liberal arts at the university before going on to earn a doctorate in psychology. Dr. Schottenbauer held a position as a Research Assistant Professor, and currently works as an independent educational consultant.