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    back-pedal
    /ˌbakˈpɛd(ə)l/

    verb

    • 1. move the pedals of a bicycle backwards (formerly to brake).

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  2. www.explainthatstuff.com › gearsGears - How do they work? - Different types explained and...

    Jun 4, 2024 · What do gears do... and how do they do it? Gears are used for transmitting power from one part of a machine to another. In a bicycle, for example, it's gears (with the help of a chain) that take power from the pedals to the back wheel.

  3. www.askdifference.com › backpaddle-vs-backpedalBackpaddle vs. Backpedal — Which is Correct Spelling? - Ask...

    Apr 18, 2024 · To physically pedal backwards, typically on a bicycle: In cycling, backpedal refers to pedaling in the reverse direction to slow down or adjust position. To execute the trick, he had to backpedal slightly.

  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › BicycleBicycle - Wikipedia

    3 days ago · A bicycle, also called a pedal cycle, bike, push-bike or cycle, is a human-powered or motor-assisted, pedal-driven, single-track vehicle, with two wheels attached to a frame, one behind the other. A bicycle rider is called a cyclist, or bicyclist. Bicycles were introduced in the 19th century in Europe.

  5. discerningcyclist.com › how-to-use-bicycle-gearsBike Gears Explained: How to Use Bicycle Gears (for Dummies)

    Mar 12, 2024 · What Do Bicycle Gears Do? Gears on a bicycle are there to allow you to maintain a comfortable cadence (the rhythm and tempo of your pedaling) whilst traveling at different speeds. This allows you to access more varied terrain on your bicycle due to the range in gears.

  6. study.com › learn › lessonAnatomical Terms for Hands, Feet & Limbs | List & Meaning

    Nov 21, 2023 · The opposite side of your hand, the back of your hand, is called the dorsal aspect of the hand. The term 'dorsal' refers to something that is towards the back of something.

  7. www.explainthatstuff.com › bicyclesBicycle science - how bikes work and the physics behind them

    Nov 16, 2023 · It's not just the gears on a bicycle that help to magnify your pedaling power when you go uphill: the pedals are fastened to the main gear wheel by a pair of cranks: two short levers that also magnify the force you can exert with your legs.

  8. bikerater.com › what-are-coaster-brakes-on-a-bikeWhat Are Coaster Brakes On A Bike? Coaster Brakes vs Hand Brakes

    Feb 14, 2024 · Definition and function: Coaster brakes, also known as backpedal brakes, are a type of bicycle brake system activated by pedaling backward. Unlike hand brakes, which use levers and cables, coaster brakes rely on an internal mechanism within the rear hub.

  9. www.verywellhealth.com › foot-anatomy-and-physiology-3119204Foot Anatomy and Common Foot Problems - Verywell Health

    Jan 24, 2024 · The imbalance can also lead to hip, knee, or lower back pain. Pes planus can be something you’re born with (congenital) but it’s often related to age or an injury. Between 20% and 30% of people have some degree of flat-footedness.

  10. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK535372Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb: Foot Dorsalis Pedis Artery

    Sep 4, 2023 · Introduction. The dorsalis pedis artery (DPA) is a main artery of the foot. It is a continuation of the anterior tibial artery as it crosses the ankle joint. One of the primary functions of the DPA is to carry oxygenated blood to the dorsum of the foot. [1] Go to: Structure and Function.

  11. www.viqtorysports.com › how-to-backpedal-in-footballHow To Backpedal In Football - vIQtory Sports

    Feb 12, 2024 · The ability to change direction in football is one of the key qualities of an excellent defensive player. Linebackers and defensive backs need to be able to move Omni-directional at a moment’s notice. Backpedaling and transitioning forward play a large part in this process.