The physics of kiiking, Estonia's extreme sport of swinging

Phys.org Thursday 27 August 2026, 16:09 UTC 1 min read

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When an athlete swings upside down atop a 7-meter (23-foot) pendulum, it may seem like a feat of strength, courage or technique. A new study suggests it is something more fundamental: a striking demonstration of how intelligence emerges from the interaction of brain, body and environment.

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The physics of kiiking, Estonia's extreme sport of swinging

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