PHYSICS OF SPORT

No athlete has ever regretted learning physics, and no physicist has regretted playing sports! Discover the fascinating world of sports through the prism of the laws of physics. This book is a reissue of a popular publication that presents various aspects of sports in an accessible way, analyzing them from the point of view of phenomena and physical laws.

• Understanding sport through the prism of physics
• Accessible form for every reader
• Analysis of phenomena such as kinematics, dynamics, aerodynamics
• Practical application of physical laws in various disciplines
• Inspiration for athletes and coaches
• Help for students and physics teachers

The book consists of several chapters, each devoted to a different sport, including skiing, athletics, swimming and diving, football, motor sports, tennis and sailing. With a great sense of the laws of physics, the author identifies those elements of a given sport that are influenced by physics. Well-known physical laws from the school curriculum, such as the law of conservation of energy, the law of conservation of momentum or Bernoulli's law of continuity, take on a new dimension in this publication.

The reissue of this popular book is an excellent opportunity to deepen knowledge about the influence of physics on sport. This publication is intended not only for athletes and coaches, but also for all those interested in sport and the physical laws that govern it. It is undoubtedly also an excellent aid for students and physics teachers who want to make their lessons more attractive.

The author of the book passionately combines the world of sport with science, showing how understanding the laws of physics can contribute to improving sports performance. The book answers questions such as why the proper reflection is so important in ski jumping, what determines speed, range and height, and whether there is a limit to human possibilities.