types of motion

• linear motion

  the movement of a body along a straight or curved path where all body parts move in the same direction at the same speed

  eg. skiing down a slope
• angular motion

  involves reaction around a central axis or a fixed point

  eg. gymnastics routine
• general motion

  combination of linear and angular motion

  eg. 100m sprint

  when running, the torso moves in straight line and legs and arms rotate