LONG JUMP

Question 1

Long jump, also called

Answer 1

broad jump

Question 2

sport inathletics(track-and-field) consisting of a horizontal jump for distance

Answer 2

LONG JUMP

Question 3

It was formerly performed from both standing andrunningstarts

Answer 3

LONG JUMP

Question 4

The overall objective for the long jump is toattain a __________

Answer 4

maximum distance in the jump

Question 4

the distance attained here during the __________ is crucial for the athlete to realize maximum jump.

Question 5

The presence of this sport at that time was believed to be due to its usefulness in ________

Answer 5

warfare

Question 5

A piece of wood about 8in long across the track marking the point at which competitors must take off.

Answer 5

TAKE OFF BOARD

Question 6

The extra wide head ensures even distribution of sand across the landing pit to allow a steady surface to land on, this therefore helps toprevent injuries

Answer 6

PIT RAKES

Question 6

Beyond this is a 4in Plasticine board that captures the footprint of any athlete overstepping the takeoff board

Answer 6

TAKE OFF BOARD

Question 6

A sand-filled area where athletes tend to land to avoid injury.

Answer 6

LANDING AREA

Question 6

The standard venue for the long jump includes a runway at least __________ in length with no outer limit

Answer 6

40 metres (131 feet)

Question 6

measurement of TAKE OFF BOARD

Answer 6

8in long
4in Plasticine board

Question 7

In addition, they were supposed to carry a weight known as __________ to give them momentum while swinging forward.

Answer 7

halters

Question 8

a sand-filled landing area at least__________and no more than ___________ wide.

Answer 8

2.75 metres (9 feet), 3 metres (9.8 feet)

Question 8

A TOOL USE TO MEASURE THE DISTANCE OF THE ATHLETELEAPED OFF FROM THE LANDING AREA FROM THE TAKE OFF BOARD TO THE PLACE WHERE THEIR FOOT LANDED

Answer 8

MEASURING MATERIALS

Question 8

, a takeoff board planted level with the surface at least _______ from the end of the runway

Answer 8

1 metre (3.3 feet)

Question 9

The jumper usually begins his _____ run about 30 metres (100 feet) from the takeoff board and accelerates to reach maximum speed

Answer 9

approach

Question 10

at takeoff while gauging his stride to arrive with ______ on and as near as possible to the edge of the board.

Answer 10

one foot

Question 11

which the knees are brought up toward the chest, and thehitch kick, which is in effect a continuation of the run in the air.

Answer 11

tuck

Question 11

The most commonly used techniques in flight are the ______

Answer 11

tuck

Question 12

The legs are brought together for landing, and, since the length of the jump is measured from the edge of the takeoff board to the nearest ____________

Answer 12

mark in the landing area

Question 12

Set a record of 8.13 metres (26.6 feet) that was not broken until 1960

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Jesse Owens (1935-1960)

Question 12

leapt 8.95 metres (29.4 feet). Beginning in 1948,

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MIKE POWELL

Question 12

Held the long jump record of 8.90 metres (29.2 feet) from 1968 until 1991.

Answer 12

BOB BEAMON

Question 13

HOW ARE LONG JUMP DONE

Answer 13

Make sure that you run fast during your practice session with your head upright. Make a flat back land off with your legs being stretched straight. Take-off leg should be extended as much as possible to cover a good distance. Do not keep your arms tight. Instead, keep them free and swing them with body movement to get maximum momentum.

Question 13

Running should be done in ________ action manner.

Answer 13

fast-foot

Question 14

Running should be done in fast-foot action manner. That means, ______ should be done first, then extension of the take-off leg should be made with much speed. During the take-off process, the mid-line of the body should contain the foot

Answer 14

pawing

Question 15

The number of strides varies depending upon the level of competition

Answer 15

APPROACH

Question 16

A systematic rhythm must be set to achieve a high horizontal velocity, , the speed pattern must be modified

Answer 16

APPROACH

Question 17

Maintain this rhythm till the take-off point and at the point of take-off, lower your hip and rise with a sudden force to gain an instant momentum

Answer 17

APPROACH

Question 18

From the normal stride, the sinking of hip stride should be ____ below

Answer 18

25 cm

Question 19

It is a general practice that in the approach run, if an athlete is running in 19 strides, then his take-off foot is going to touch the ground _____ times

Answer 19

10

Question 20

approach will be done minimun ________

Answer 20

six times

Question 21

Extensions should be made up to maximum with the help of ankle, toe, hip, and knee

Answer 21

TAKE OFF

Question 22

Position of your free thigh should be parallel to the ground

Answer 22

TAKE OFF

Question 22

Your opposite arm should do the coordination

Answer 22

TAKE OFF

Question 23

________ and _____ should not lean down and your eyes should look forward

Answer 23

Chest and back

Question 24

Instead of making variable speed, maintain a ______ throughout the approach

Answer 24

constant rhythm

Question 25

Free leg should be raised to a horizontal position during the

Answer 25

FLIGHT

Question 26

best position of hands duting flight

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above shoulder level

Question 26

Position of the free leg however should _______ as much as possible during the whole flight

Answer 26

trail back

Question 27

Keep the trunk in the _______t position as much as possible otherwise it will make obstacles in moving your leg up during the landing time.

Answer 27

upright

Question 28

During the flight, it is crucial that you maintain perfect alignment between your __________

Answer 28

head, back, and hips.

Question 29

If a competitor wishes, he can have some practice trials before the beginning of the competition under the supervision of judges. Once the competition has begun, they are not allowed to use the __________

Answer 29

competition or take-off area

Question 30

Markers are provided by the organizing committee to the players to mark their _______________. No other substances like chalks should be used which can leave indelible marks

Answer 30

take-off and run off points

Question 31

The distance, or the____ is measured from the front edge of the foul line to the first landing point of the athlete

Answer 31

‘jump’

Question 31

No part of the athlete’s foot should cross the front edge of the foul line. If, at the point of take-off, any part of his foot (even the toe edge of his shoe) crosses the front edge of the foul line, then the jump is termed to be illegal or a ____________’, and does not count.

Answer 31

‘foul jump

Question 32

_______ are not permitted during the jump.

Answer 32

Somersaults

Question 33

All measurements are done ________ to the take-off point

Answer 33

perpendicular

Question 34

For the trial to be legal, the _________is also important. It should show the parameters within the required specific zone.

Answer 34

wind meter reading

Question 35

The performer has to complete his jump within

Answer 35

one minute