Who does physics affect in gymnastics?

Answer 1

Physics affects the gymnast in gymnastics. Think about it...gravity is the force that pulls the gymnast down. Newton's first law of motion (an object at rest will remain at rest unless acted upon by an unbalanced force) is applied when the gymnast is rotating on the bars; his or her own momentum is the force that propels them. Newton's second law of motion (force=mass x acceleration) is applied when the gymnast is trying to move: the heavier the gymnast, the more force is necessary to make him or her move. Newton's third law of motion (every action has an equal and opposite reaction) applies when the beam is supporting the gymnast: the beam exerts an equal force on the gymnast to keep him or her from falling over. So, there you go!