Why is it difficult to get up when starting water skiing?

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The discussion centers on the challenges faced when starting water skiing, specifically the forces involved in getting up out of the water. Key factors include the resistance of water, the pull of the boat, and the skier's body position. Understanding the physics of buoyancy and drag is essential for overcoming the initial difficulties. The HyperPhysics resource provides valuable insights into these forces and their impact on water skiing performance.

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Heylo, am doing a design project on water skiing and kinda need to know about the forces involved in pulling you up out of the water and why it makes it difficult to get up when you first start! can u put it in lamens terms tho- not so good at this stuff. :rolleyes:

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