Center of G

Having the right tools available to do the job is always important to overall success. In my current role, I sometimes talk about the similarities of what I do and that of someone on a high wire, riding a unicycle, juggling balls in one hand, spinning plates on a stick on the nose, and spinning rings on the ankle of one foot all at the sametime. Sounds pretty complicated. Let's break part of the task down into its simplest form. Here we can see how the right tool make may a big difference.

Being on a highwire appears treacherous, and there is a certain level of risk involved. Many daredevils attempt such feats while holding onto a weighted pole. Now, that is where a simple principle of physics comes into play. The weight of the pole lowers the center of gravity below the wire itself, and the force of gravity actually pulls the performer tightly onto the wire making what appears to be difficult much easier. This simple video will explain this. Enjoy...