How do force plates work? Biomechanics Explained

How do force plates work? Explore the inner workings of these powerful force platforms and how they measure ground reaction force. Dive into the principles of Newton's laws and how they relate to force plate data and analysis. Don't miss out on this fascinating exploration of biomechanics. Subscribe now to stay up to date with all our latest sports science videos! This video is part of our athlete testing series, in collaboration with @ValdPerformance, in which I discuss common athlete strength tests, best practice protocols, metrics and analysis, key sports science research, and test strengths and limitations. For more information on VALD's ForceDecks visit: https://bit.ly/3OkeObM 📝 READ Force Plates 101: https://valdhealth.com/news/force-plates-101-what-are-they-and-why-are-they-used/ 🎥 WATCH NEXT Isometric Mid Thigh Pull (IMTP): The Ultimate Guide ► https://youtu.be/WxrkAhOh8Mc?si=SdKGx1LXPcjsFcAO ChatGPT FREE vs PLUS ► https://youtu.be/-U4ero5R0Sg?si=fTSrDhpH4zNZRQ9M An Introduction to Z-scores ► https://youtu.be/IxGqZwgRKgc?si=b4A3nFtsyH3ovfIa 🎬 Wanting to create content? I use Descript for AI-enhanced video editing. Get started for free ► https://get.descript.com/x3nyxmi8pp6x 😊 Found my content useful? Say thanks ► https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joclubb ✅ SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to the channel for more videos ► @globalperformanceinsights Subscribe to the blog for more sports science insights ► https://bit.ly/3BybzHU 👩‍🔬 ABOUT Jo Clubb, founder of Global Performance Insights, is an Applied Sports Scientist, with career experience working in sports science across the English Premier League, NHL, and NFL. Jo is now a Sports Science Consultant and consults with professional teams and sports tech companies around the world on sports science. She discusses sports technology, training load monitoring, athlete testing and training, and sports and exercise science careers. 🛍️ SHOP For more useful resources on this topic, check out the Global Performance Insights Amazon shop ► https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/joclubbsportsci 🔗 CONNECT Website: https://bit.ly/3xgDz05 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/joclubbsportsci 📑 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Force Plates 01:05 Understanding the Physics Behind Force Plates 02:09 Analysing Force Time Curve from Force Plates 05:55 Practical Tips for Using Force Plate Technology 👍DISCLAIMER Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you with free content.