Biomechanics: Running Over Uneven Terrain Is a No-Brainer
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When runners encounter a sudden bump in the road, they rapidly adjust leg mechanics to keep from falling. New evidence suggests that they may be able to do this without help from the brain.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Current Biology
دوره 18 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2008