Kangaroos fix their posture to save energy at high hopping speeds, study shows

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

Postural adjustments that reduce ankle leverage in kangaroos enhance tendon stress and elastic energy storage at higher speeds, providing energetic efficiency during hopping but potentially ...