@matt.math Simone Biles is one of the greatest living athletes, let alone the greatest gymnast. From the perspective of a biomedical engineer, she is perfection. I can't wait to see how she does in the Olympics. #olympics #simonebiles #gymnastics #physics #mattmath #greenscreen #parisolympics2024 ♬ original sound - Matt Math
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With ten Olympic medals (and counting) and 30 World Championship medals, Simone Biles has firmly established herself as the most decorated gymnast in history. Wearing that GOAT necklace isn’t just for show—she truly is the Greatest Of All Time in gymnastics.
But how does she achieve such extraordinary feats? Let's dive into one particularly jaw-dropping moment.
The Mind-Blowing 12-Foot Jump
Back in June, at the U.S. Olympic Trials, Simone Biles performed a jump during her floor routine that took her head 12 feet above the surface. While anyone can see that this is impressive, it took an engineer to break down just how incredible this achievement is.
The Engineer’s Perspective
Enter Matt, a TikTok creator and Biomedical Engineer known as @Matt.Math. He starts his analysis by saying: "When I say Simone Biles going 12 feet in the air is absolutely mindblowing, I mean it."
Matt’s detailed breakdown of Biles’ jump puts her achievement into perspective, using principles of physics and biomechanics to explain the forces at play and the precision required.
Watch the Full Analysis
Take a look at Matt’s full take on the 4'8" athlete's incredible achievement. It’s another fantastic example of how engineers can help us understand and appreciate the marvels of athletic performance.
Simone Biles’ extraordinary feats in gymnastics are made even more impressive when viewed through the lens of engineering, yet another reason why #WeLoveEngineers.