Insights from a Nine-Segment Biomechanical Model and Its Simulation for Anthropometrical Influence on Individualized Planche Learning and Training in Gymnastics

The Planche is a challenging, the most required, and highly valued gymnastic skill. Yet, it understudied biomechanically. This article aims to explore anthropometric variations that could affect quality of balancing control in identify body types have an advantage learning training. To achieve this goal, 9-segment rigid-body model designed simulate skill performance by using 80 different types. results demonstrate type critical factor determining individual’s innate ability perform Planche. affected mass, height, gender, race. findings reveal personalized training plan based on necessary for optimal A one-size-fits-all approach may not be effective since each varies. Additionally, study emphasizes importance considering segmental and/or limb characteristics designing plans. concludes that, given individuals with relatively longer legs shorter trunk (the Europeans comparison Asians) better suited suggests European are naturally more advanced than Asian when comes performing practical implications current practitioners can use biomechanical modeling simulation techniques design programs tailored individual optimizing their