The Athlete's Need for a Sports Biomechanics Understanding
Problem
Solution
Problem
- 8.6 million sport/recreation related injuries per year (CDC, 2016)
- Nearly half of all sport related injuries are due to overuse.
- The vast majority of remaining injuries are due to sudden movement or impact.
Value
Solution
Problem
With proper biomechanical principles, muscle strength and endurance can be efficiently utilized without exacerbating the risk of injury leading to a reduced loss of playing time.
An awareness and correct change in mechanics can improve the outcome of a movement without increased strength or effort.
Solution
Solution
Solution
Teaching athletes simple mechanical principles and demonstrating them in movements that they are already familiar with will allow them to recognize errors in their execution and self correct.
This will also lead to more efficient coaching because athletes will be knowledgeable enough to understand suggested correction.
Research Experience
Marika Walker, PhD
Founder, CEO, Research Scientist
- Division I Track and Cross Country athlete turned Sports Biomechanist.
- 9 years of experience in the development and implementation of biomechanical and technical textile research studies for the sports industry, healthcare, government, and military.
- International award-winning, published researcher that has conducted research studies with several companies such as Nike, MCDAVID, and Under Armour.
- Research specialty in human gait (running and walking), throw, and jump biomechanics of the lower extremities and trunk.
My Philosophy
The brain is the most effective 'muscle' in the body but it is often underutilized in sports. The more you understand what mechanisms cause the outcomes you are trying to achieve in your sport, the greater advantage you have in a game setting.
Team of Consultants
Kathy J. Simpson, PhD
Professor Emeritus,
University of Georgia
30+ years of research experience
Sports Biomechanics: Performance,
Injury Prevention, Athletic Equipment
David Walker, PhD
Owner, CEO of Rehoboth LLC
11 years of research experience
Orthopedic Biomechanics
Christine Samson, PhD, ATC
Assistant Professor and Athletic Trainer,
Southern Utah University
Certified Athletic trainer since 2012
7 years of research experience
Biomechanical Injury Mechanisms
Current Services
Instruction for Athletes
Simplified and sport-specified instruction and demonstration of biomechanical principles. Class 1: A simple overview with a few tips and tricks (approximately 1 hr). Class 2: A simple yet more in depth review of principles and how to apply them to all drills and movements along with movement analysis (approximately 2-3 hours). Must take Class 1 before Class 2. Up to 30 athletes per class.
Track and Field/ Cross Country
Can be individualized for sprints, distance, and field events.
Football
Can be individualized by position.
Other Sports as requested
Assessments and Consultations
Mostly offered on an individual or small group basis with some exceptions.
One on One or Group Movement Assessments
- Body Alignment Assessments
- Qualitative Analysis of current movements and suggested improvement.
- Recurring movement training.
Consulting for Coaches
- Drill analysis and development one-on-one or with athletes at practice.
- Detailed biomechanical instruction for implementation in coaching.
Athletic Equipment Consultation
- Qualitative Analysis of current equipment and suggestions for improvement.
Contact below for pricing.