Robert Mackowiak, MSc candidate, Biomechanics (Kinesiology & Health Studies), supervised by Dr Pat Costigan

March 30, 2021 00:37:09
Robert Mackowiak, MSc candidate, Biomechanics (Kinesiology & Health Studies), supervised by Dr Pat Costigan
Grad Chat - Queen's School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs
Robert Mackowiak, MSc candidate, Biomechanics (Kinesiology & Health Studies), supervised by Dr Pat Costigan

Mar 30 2021 | 00:37:09

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Show Notes

Topic: “How does the coordination of your lower body change based on how high you jump?”.

Overview:  By understanding the lower extremity coordination patterns that people use to jump to submaximal and maximal heights, my research can help further knowledge in how to train athletes to jump higher and how to help athletes recover following injury.

If you are interested in finding out more about Robert’s work, follow his twitter account – www.twitter.com/RobMackowiak

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