Tag: Thrill rides

According to a German study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, heart rates on roller coasters can spike to over 155 beats per minute. There is a fascinating mix of physics and psychology at play that explains **why are roller coasters so intense?**

When a roller coaster plummets down a steep drop, the feeling of your stomach rising into your chest is a universal thrill (or terror) for many riders. This phenomenon is a direct result of your body's physiological response to changes in gravity and motion, and understanding the science can explain **Why does my stomach feel like it's being blown up with air on a roller coaster?**