In the first installment of the series, the scientists take on the phenomenon of human flight. From NBA superstars showing off their slam dunk skills to the NFL elite flying over a pile of bodies to score a touchdown, this study is sure to form some conjectures. Also in this episode, the lab scientists tackle the unknown entity of the term "hang time".
This episode of Sport Science showcases some of the most horrific injuries ever suffered in professional sports. A select group of injuries are retold by the athletes who suffered them. Pain, empathy, blood flow, and broken bones are all tested as the scientists attempt to determine what truely makes people have the urge to look away.
In this episode Sports Science tests Ben Roethlisberger's passing, Luc Robitaille's defense, Jerry Rice and Chad Johnson off the line, Steve Finley's ability to read pitches, NBA players.
In this edition of Sport Science, the scientists take on the question, "What does a cheap shot in sports feel like?" They discover what would happen if there was no protective equipment in sports or there were no rules. Just when you think it's safe to play, don't forget to wear a cup because you might be feeling the pain of a tennis ball traveling 50 MPH headed straight for your- uh oh!
In this edition of Sport Science, the scientists tackle situations in sports beyond the athletes control. They try distracting the athletes with everything from routine cheering to a clown on stilts. Also they determine whether the temperature of your hands affects your ability to catch a ball.
In this episode, the lab scientists tackle the question- Who hits the hardest in sports? Impact is felt from nearly every sport. Whether it's an outfield collision in baseball, a check to the glass in hockey, or a blindsided sack to an NFL quarterback all inflict certain types of human body injury. 'Rampage' Jackson appears to test the blow felt from one of his uppercuts.
In this edition of Sport Science, the scientists determine how gear enhances performance and how gear hurts athletic performance. With the help of some of the most elite athletes from a wide range of sports, conclusions will be made and those conclusions will really help you get your game in gear!
In this episode of Sport Science, the scientists challenge the strangest myths in sports. Among the myths tested is the debate on which is harder to hit- a softball or baseball. Also tested is the legends associated with having sex the night before a big game.
The scientists put some of the oldest clichs to the test in this episode of Sport Science. Among those clichs is the well known idea, "it's a game of inches." With the help of some of the most skillful athletes from across the country, this episode will prove this theory fact or fiction.
In this episode of Sport Science, the scientists attempt to re-enact some of the luckiest plays in sports history. With a deep analysis of trajectory, mathematics, probability, and geometry the results will be sure to shock you! Just when the avid sports fan thought they'd never see some of those legendary plays again, Sport Science attempts to bring them back to the playing field.
We compare NFL superstar Ray Lewis monsterous tackle to the force generated by a home plate collision. World Record holder Scott Mendlson can bench press 1,015 lbs. but how can he stack up against nature's heavy lifters. Gina Carano is a master of Muay Thai , we break down the power Gina can create with the art of the eight limbs. We attempt to recreate Dave Winfield's infamous bird-strike.
