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What is the vertical ground reaction force for running speeds up to 6m/s?
  1. One to two-fold the body weight
  2. Two to three-fold the body weight
  3. Three to five-fold the body weight
  4. Varies by individual based on body weight and gait abnormalities
Explanation
Answer: B - The vertical ground reaction force for running speeds up to 6m/s is two to three times the body weight. They occur during the heel strike and push-off phases.
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