Biomechanics of Human Movement

Motion Analysis with Digital Video

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Jumping-Beans

Does footwear impact the kinematics of jumping? We are trying to show the importance of wearing athletic shoes while jumping rather than shoes without proper cushioning and support. This may help explain why there are different shoes for different activities.

Jen Reynolds
jmreynol@umich.edu

Sarah Sheppard
sarahes@umich.edu

Stephanie Stekier
sstekier@umich.edu

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 Professor Melissa Gross - mgross@umich.edu
The University of Michigan, Division of Kinesiology

December, 2000
©1996 Melissa Gross