🏃 Part 1: Vocabulary Matching

1. Match each biomechanics term to its correct definition by drawing a line.

Force

Motion

Equilibrium

A state where all forces acting on an object are balanced

A push or pull that can change motion

The change in an object's position over time

2. Which of these is the best example of force in sports?

A basketball sitting on the court

A swimmer pushing against the water

A trophy on a shelf

A stopwatch timing a race

3. Check all examples that show motion:

A runner sprinting down a track

A soccer ball rolling across the field

A gymnast balancing on a beam

A tennis ball flying through the air

✏️ Part 2: Apply Your Knowledge

4. Fill in the blanks using the vocabulary words: force, motion, equilibrium

When a basketball player shoots a free throw, they apply _____________ to the ball. The ball shows _____________ as it travels through the air. When the ball sits still on the rim before falling in, it is temporarily in _____________.

5. Describe one example of biomechanics that you see in your daily life. Use at least two vocabulary words in your answer.

6. Extension Challenge: Choose a famous athlete and explain how biomechanics helps their performance. Include all three vocabulary words.

🎯 Part 3: Quick Check

7. True or False: Biomechanics only applies to professional athletes.

True

False

8. In your own words, what is biomechanics?

9. Give one reason why understanding biomechanics might be important for:

A doctor: _________________________________________________

A coach: __________________________________________________

An athlete: ________________________________________________

Biomechanics Vocabulary Introduction

Biomechanics Vocabulary Introduction

🏃 Part 1: Vocabulary Matching

✏️ Part 2: Apply Your Knowledge

🎯 Part 3: Quick Check

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