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Mastering Winter Sports: The Science Behind Winning on Ice and Snow!

Originally Published in  Science Focus

Discover how athletes use science to excel in speed skating, bobsledding, curling, ski jumping, snowboard cross, and giant slalom.

The article "Mastering Winter Sports: The Science Behind Winning on Ice and Snow!" from BBC Science Focus takes a look at how athletes use scientific principles to gain an edge in winter sports. It covers techniques and equipment used in speed skating, bobsledding, curling, ski jumping, snowboard cross, and giant slalom.
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