Duik in de opwindende wereld van topsport en ontdek de wetenschap achter Olympische kampioenen. Deze serie onderzoekt de fundamentele principes die topprestaties drijven, van de fysica van een perfecte sprong tot de fysiologie van uithoudingsvermogen. Het biedt een uniek perspectief op de toewijding, training en innovatie die sportieve excellentie definiëren.
Behind every jump, spin and flip of Olympic gymnastics, science is at work. Newton's Third Law of Motion springs into action as a gymnast flies into the air in the vaulting event. Find out how science is involved in all your favourite gymnastics events and how gymnasts take science into account as they chase the gold medal.
Behind the flips, splashes and speed of Olympic water sports, science is at work. Gravity and centrifugal force are in play as a diver spins and flips before splashing into the water. Find out how science is involved in all your favourite water events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal.
Behind every Summer Olympic scoring soccer kick, tennis-ball bounce, and hard-hitting volleyball serve, science is at work. The type of kick used on a soccer ball affects its path. An equestrian leans forward during a jump to help the horse balance. Cyclists wear tight clothing to reduce drag. Find out how science is involved in several popular Summer Olympic events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal.