Introduction
For the remainder of this term you will be studing biomechanics and volleyball. In order for you to be able to enhance your physical performance in any sport you must be able to first understand the biomechanical principles. This WebQuest is an introduction into your practical and theory topics. To complete the WebQuest click on the hyperlinks to access the different resources. You may like to consider taking some notes as you will have an exam at the end of the term on this information.
Task
The aim of this WebQuest is for you to gain an understanding of how biomechanical priciples can improve an individual's physical performance with a focus on Volleyball.
To do this you will research the correct technique to pass in volleyball (ie. dig and set), research biomechanical principles and write a short paragraph on two principles that you could use to improve your volleyball performance.
Process
Your task has 4 components:
1. Research the correct technique to dig and set (pass) a ball in volleyball. Are there adjustments you can make to improve your technique?
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2. Research biomechanics and determine a definition. Include this defintion in your paragraph.
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3. Research biomechanical princples. Some helpful resources include Romano, Livestrong, Sports Training Advisor, Aaron Swanson and Top End Sports.
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4. Write a paragraph outlining which biomechanical principles are relevent to volleyball. Additionally consider which principles could help you to help improve your volleyball performance? You many need to conduct some further research on your own.
Conclusion
Congratulations, you've now finished the WebQuest! I will check your paragraph next theory lesson. Over the coming weeks we will look further into biomechnical principles. This knowledge will assist with your biomechanics exam at the end of the term.
Credits
References
BrianMac Sports Coach. (2016) Biomechanics. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from http://www.brianmac.co.uk/biomechanics.htm
Myosource Kinetic Brands. (2016). Volleyball Digging. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from https://myosource.com/volleyball-digging/
Myosource Kinetic Brands. (2016). Volleyball Setting. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from https://myosource.com/volleyball-setting/
Romano, C. (2014). How can biomechanics improve accuracy of the netball shot. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from http://biomechanics-netballshot.weebly.com/biomechanics.html
Sports Training Advisor. (2016). Stability Principles of Balance in Sports. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from http://www.sports-training-adviser.com/stabilityprinciples.html
Swanson, A. (2011). Basic Biomechanics: Force. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from http://www.aaronswansonpt.com/basic-biomechanics-force/
Tsuchiya, A.Y. (2014). Newton's Three Laws of Motion for Volleyball. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from http://www.livestrong.com/article/442422-newtons-three-laws-of-motion-f…
Wood, R. (2010). Center of Gravity. Accessed on 16 August, 2016 from http://www.topendsports.com/biomechanics/center-of-gravity.htm