Exercise and Sports Science at SJI
1 May 2024
Josephians tested their jump height and reaction time at National Biomechanics Day. Read how sports science supports our athletes.
Josephians engaged in first-hand learning about Sports Science at the 2024 National Biomechanics Day (NBD) organised by the Singapore Sport Institute (SSI) Sport Biomechanics Team and National Youth Sports Institute (NYSI).
They saw how biomechanics uses Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) to describe and explain the phenomenal human motion of elite athletes.
SJI is offering Exercise and Sports Science as electives in Year 3 and 4. Students on this course attended the event and gained an insight on how the Structure – Strength – Skill – Strategy Model (SSSS) frames their approach when scientists at SSI and NYSI work with our national athletes from the youth to elite level.
The Olympic motto of ‘Faster, Higher, Stronger’ was exemplified and students had a go at analysing their jump height, reaction time, stride length and lower body strength through an application. This helped to demonstrate what national coaches and athletes may receive as part of the sport biomechanics support to improve performance and reduce injury risk.
What an experience for the students in understanding how theories can be applied in the field!