Bears on a treadmill: for science, not exercise
The WSU Bear Center has a treadmill, but it’s not exercise equipment to get in shape. It’s helping scientists learn more about how much energy bears use when they’re walking at various speeds.
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WSU bears off to a walking start
The WSU Bear Center has a treadmill that will be used to measure the energy cost for various activities, including lying, sitting, standing and walking.
