Optimal Shooting Cadence in the Laser-Run Trial of Modern Pentathlon

In the laser-run trial in modern pentathlon, athletes must perform series of five successful shots with a laser pistol. A miss does not lead to a penalty but costs the time needed to lower the arm, charge the weapon and raise the arm. Pentathletes face the following dilemma: is it better to shoot fa...

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Main Authors: Tom Maddalena, Vincent Bacot, Caroline Cohen, Christophe Clanet
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-06-01
Series:Proceedings
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2504-3900/49/1/46