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  • Evolutionary biology and neuroscience
  • Human motor control and biomechanics

Background:

  • Running is a fundamental human survival behavior with deep evolutionary roots.
  • Movement smoothness is a recognized indicator of healthy central nervous system (CNS) function and skilled motor control.
  • Despite its importance, 'smoothness' in running lacks a clear definition, quantification, and theoretical framework.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a theoretical framework linking movement smoothness to running proficiency.
  • To explore how running smoothness relates to concepts like complexity, entropy, and variability.
  • To provide new perspectives for conceptualizing running coordination and informing coaching.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on movement smoothness in neuro-physiology and health domains.
  • Conceptual analysis integrating smoothness with complexity, entropy, and variability in the context of running.
  • Theoretical framework development.

Main Results:

  • Movement smoothness is implicitly linked to CNS health and practiced motor control.
  • A framework is proposed to connect running smoothness with related concepts.
  • Potential for novel research and coaching applications is identified.

Conclusions:

  • Running smoothness is a critical, yet under-explored, aspect of human motor control.
  • Integrating smoothness with complexity, entropy, and variability offers a new approach to understanding running coordination.
  • This framework can guide future research and practical coaching strategies.