Sprinters closest to starter pistol have advantage over those farther away, says study
Wednesday, June 18, 2008 - 09:21
in Psychology & Sociology
On your marks, get set... go to lane 1? Researchers at the University of Alberta in Edmonton studying the connection between loud sounds and reaction time are reporting findings that may have sprinters thinking twice about lane assignments at the upcoming Olympics.
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