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  • Understanding the Physics of Running: Treadmill vs Outdoor Runs

    Understanding the Physics of Running: Treadmill vs Outdoor Runs

    Introduction Most current research focuses on runner’s performance on a treadmill rather than outdoors. One should, however, be aware of the differences between running on a treadmill and running outdoors. It seems that both activities are similar. Yet, there are different amounts of work done and different physics of running in each. I tried running… Read more