An instance of reduced center of mass displacement: The Ba Gua Zhang walking gait

Raymond K.Y. Chong, Fung Chow Alex Chiu, Kyoung Hyun Lee, Manh Cuong Do

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Abstract

The Ba Gua Zhang walking gait was examined in an accomplished practitioner to test the hypothesis that reducing the vertical oscillation of the body center of mass (CoM) conserves energy. Compared to typical walking, center-of-mass displacement and peak vertical ground reaction force decreased during Ba Gua Zhang walking. Muscle activity in the lower extremities and lower back, however, increased. The results failed to support the concept of decreasing CoM oscillations to increase efficiency.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)646-648
Number of pages3
JournalPerceptual and motor skills
Volume109
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2009

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
  • Sensory Systems

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