The Mechanics of StrengthSprinting and Newton's Law

12 min

Available until 21/07/2026

Since antiquity, scientists have tracked down the principles behind the movements of moving things, from planets to athletes. Running champions make sure of basic principles of physics developed by Newton to improve their performance. We take a look at the maths behind the movement. 

Director

  • François-Philippe Gallois

  • Romain Blanc-Tailleur

Country

France

Year

2021

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