The study of running biomechanics has emerged as a dynamic and interdisciplinary field, combining advanced research with practical applications to enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risks. This area has gained considerable attention due to the increasing interest in optimizing training regimens and improving the overall health and efficiency of athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Recent studies have introduced innovative technologies and methodologies that have revolutionized how athletes train, focusing on biomechanical insights to refine running techniques, develop superior footwear and apparel, and utilize advanced wearable technology. Despite these advancements, there remain significant gaps in understanding the complex interactions between various biomechanical factors and their practical applications. Ongoing debates and research continue to explore the intricate dynamics of neuromuscular control, the effects of fatigue on running mechanics, and effective strategies for injury prevention and rehabilitation. There is a pressing need for further investigation to bridge the gap between theoretical research and its practical implementation in the field of running biomechanics.
This Research Topic aims to encapsulate the latest advancements in running biomechanics and explore the intersection of research and practical application. We seek to deepen our understanding of the biomechanics of running by addressing key questions such as how running form can be optimized, the role of footwear and apparel in enhancing performance, and the impact of neuromuscular control and fatigue on running mechanics. Additionally, we aim to test hypotheses related to injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies, as well as the application of wearable technology in monitoring and improving running performance.
To gather further insights in the field of running biomechanics, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Biomechanical Analysis in Running: Investigating adaptations and alterations in running mechanics for performance enhancement and injury prevention.
- Research and Application of Athletic Equipment: Examining the influence of shoe and apparel designs, materials, and technologies on running biomechanics.
- Neuromuscular Control: Exploring the interplay of neuromuscular control during running and the effects of various conditions and training interventions.
- Fatigue and Injury Risk: Analyzing the relationship between fatigue, changes in running mechanics, and injury risks.
- Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: Evaluating the effectiveness of rehabilitation methods, including equipment intervention and gait retraining, for running injuries.
- Application of Wearable Devices: Investigating the potential of wearable sensors and algorithms in monitoring and enhancing running performance and biomechanics.
Keywords:
Running Biomechanics, Performance Enhancement, Injury Prevention, Wearable Technology, Neuromuscular Control, Rehabilitation Strategies
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
The study of running biomechanics has emerged as a dynamic and interdisciplinary field, combining advanced research with practical applications to enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risks. This area has gained considerable attention due to the increasing interest in optimizing training regimens and improving the overall health and efficiency of athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Recent studies have introduced innovative technologies and methodologies that have revolutionized how athletes train, focusing on biomechanical insights to refine running techniques, develop superior footwear and apparel, and utilize advanced wearable technology. Despite these advancements, there remain significant gaps in understanding the complex interactions between various biomechanical factors and their practical applications. Ongoing debates and research continue to explore the intricate dynamics of neuromuscular control, the effects of fatigue on running mechanics, and effective strategies for injury prevention and rehabilitation. There is a pressing need for further investigation to bridge the gap between theoretical research and its practical implementation in the field of running biomechanics.
This Research Topic aims to encapsulate the latest advancements in running biomechanics and explore the intersection of research and practical application. We seek to deepen our understanding of the biomechanics of running by addressing key questions such as how running form can be optimized, the role of footwear and apparel in enhancing performance, and the impact of neuromuscular control and fatigue on running mechanics. Additionally, we aim to test hypotheses related to injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies, as well as the application of wearable technology in monitoring and improving running performance.
To gather further insights in the field of running biomechanics, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Biomechanical Analysis in Running: Investigating adaptations and alterations in running mechanics for performance enhancement and injury prevention.
- Research and Application of Athletic Equipment: Examining the influence of shoe and apparel designs, materials, and technologies on running biomechanics.
- Neuromuscular Control: Exploring the interplay of neuromuscular control during running and the effects of various conditions and training interventions.
- Fatigue and Injury Risk: Analyzing the relationship between fatigue, changes in running mechanics, and injury risks.
- Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: Evaluating the effectiveness of rehabilitation methods, including equipment intervention and gait retraining, for running injuries.
- Application of Wearable Devices: Investigating the potential of wearable sensors and algorithms in monitoring and enhancing running performance and biomechanics.
Keywords:
Running Biomechanics, Performance Enhancement, Injury Prevention, Wearable Technology, Neuromuscular Control, Rehabilitation Strategies
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.