Gerwyn Hughes

Sports Biomechanics: Theories, Examples, and Data Analysis provides readers with a thorough introduction to the mechanical principles behind sports performance and injury assessment. The book blends essential biomechanical theories with practical, data-based examples, emphasizing hands-on learning through step-by-step MATLAB analyses. By connecting theory with the process of data collection, it guides readers in understanding how raw data is gathered and transformed using specific analytical techniques. Through detailed explanations and real-world examples, the book aims to demystify the complexities of biomechanical analysis and foster a deeper comprehension of how to quantify athletic performance and assess injury risks. In addition, this book offers valuable extras, including sample data, instructional videos, illustrative figures, and MATLAB scripts to help calculate key variables in a range of sports and movements. Readers are encouraged to replicate the data collection and analysis procedures, thereby gaining transferable skills useful in different environments. Although the book centers on MATLAB, its programming approaches apply to other similar software, empowering readers to ask informed questions and understand automated data processing across various platforms.