How fast can a human possibly run 100 meters?
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The all-time record is Usain Bolt's 9.58 seconds, set in 2009. What is the fastest time, ultimately, for an ideal human body?
  • geneva_convenience@lemmy.ml
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    4 months ago

    The fastest top speed ever achieved by a human was Bolt’s 12.42 meters/second (27.8 mph).

    However, anatomical studies suggest peak speeds up to 15.6-17.9 m/s (35-40 mph) are achievable.

    science btw