Body Segment Contributions to Sport Skill Performance: Two Contrasting Approaches

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Abstract
To lead off this section, Anne E. Atwater examines recent developments in kinesiology and biomechanics and discusses the appropriateness of distinguishing between these two areas. Atwater proceeds by tracing the development of the two areas, attempting to clarify the similarities and differences, and concludes by discussing new developments in technology and methodology, along with future directions for both kinesiology and biomechanics. The article by Doris I. Miller contrasts two methods for approaching the problems of body segment contributions to motor performance: joint immobilization with restraint and resultant muscle torque pattern. Miller indicates a preference for the second approach, but indicates that investigators face three major challenges when using it. The author completes the presentation with applications of this method to research on kicking and running.