ABSTRACT
This chapter examines how we can manipulate forces in a strength and conditioning setting to produce the desired effect on the structures and functions of the human body. Biomechanics can be simply defined as the effect of forces on the structure and function of living systems. The chapter presents the comprehend units of biomechanical measurements and explains apply velocity and joint angle specificity to training. It explores the length-tension and force-velocity-power relationships and Newton's laws of motion and applies them to training. The tension/force that can be created by the tissue changes as the length of the muscle changes throughout a movement. Amount of force a muscle can produce is important, perhaps more important in many human movements is the velocity at which a muscle can develop this force. The chapter presents the different modes of resistance and explains how to use a fundamental knowledge of biomechanics to progress or regress any exercise to the appropriate level for each individual.
