Postural adaptations may contribute to the unique locomotor energetics seen in hopping kangaroos

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Kangaroos adjust their hindlimb posture at higher hopping speeds, increasing tendon energy storage and maintaining consistent energy costs despite faster movement. doi.org/hbf86p

RP @johnrhutchinson.bsky.social: At last, our paper on the biomechanics of hopping in kangaroos is out! elifesciences.org/articles/96437 by Lauren Thornton, @taylorjmdick.bsky.social, me, Glen Lichtwark, Craig McGowan, @jonasrubenson.bsky.social, Alexis…

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