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LONG JUMP Flashcards

1
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Long jump, also called

A

broad jump

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2
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sport inathletics(track-and-field) consisting of a horizontal jump for distance

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LONG JUMP

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3
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It was formerly performed from both standing andrunningstarts

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LONG JUMP

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4
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The overall objective for the long jump is toattain a __________

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maximum distance in the jump

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4
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the distance attained here during the __________ is crucial for the athlete to realize maximum jump.

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5
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The presence of this sport at that time was believed to be due to its usefulness in ________

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warfare

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5
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A piece of wood about 8in long across the track marking the point at which competitors must take off.

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TAKE OFF BOARD

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6
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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

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PIT RAKES

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6
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Beyond this is a 4in Plasticine board that captures the footprint of any athlete overstepping the takeoff board

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TAKE OFF BOARD

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6
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A sand-filled area where athletes tend to land to avoid injury.

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LANDING AREA

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6
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The standard venue for the long jump includes a runway at least __________ in length with no outer limit

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40 metres (131 feet)

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6
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measurement of TAKE OFF BOARD

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8in long
4in Plasticine board

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7
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In addition, they were supposed to carry a weight known as __________ to give them momentum while swinging forward.

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halters

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8
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a sand-filled landing area at least__________and no more than ___________ wide.

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

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8
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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

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MEASURING MATERIALS

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8
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, a takeoff board planted level with the surface at least _______ from the end of the runway

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1 metre (3.3 feet)

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9
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The jumper usually begins his _____ run about 30 metres (100 feet) from the takeoff board and accelerates to reach maximum speed

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approach

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10
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at takeoff while gauging his stride to arrive with ______ on and as near as possible to the edge of the board.

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one foot

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11
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which the knees are brought up toward the chest, and thehitch kick, which is in effect a continuation of the run in the air.

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tuck

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11
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The most commonly used techniques in flight are the ______

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tuck

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12
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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 ____________

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mark in the landing area

12
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Set a record of 8.13 metres (26.6 feet) that was not broken until 1960

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Jesse Owens (1935-1960)

12
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leapt 8.95 metres (29.4 feet). Beginning in 1948,

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MIKE POWELL

12
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Held the long jump record of 8.90 metres (29.2 feet) from 1968 until 1991.

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BOB BEAMON

13
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HOW ARE LONG JUMP DONE

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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.

13
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Running should be done in ________ action manner.

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fast-foot

14
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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

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pawing

15
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The number of strides varies depending upon the level of competition

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APPROACH

16
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A systematic rhythm must be set to achieve a high horizontal velocity, , the speed pattern must be modified

A

APPROACH

17
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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

A

APPROACH

18
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From the normal stride, the sinking of hip stride should be ____ below

A

25 cm

19
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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

A

10

20
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approach will be done minimun ________

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six times

21
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Extensions should be made up to maximum with the help of ankle, toe, hip, and knee

A

TAKE OFF

22
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Position of your free thigh should be parallel to the ground

A

TAKE OFF

22
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Your opposite arm should do the coordination

A

TAKE OFF

23
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________ and _____ should not lean down and your eyes should look forward

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Chest and back

24
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Instead of making variable speed, maintain a ______ throughout the approach

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constant rhythm

25
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Free leg should be raised to a horizontal position during the

A

FLIGHT

26
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best position of hands duting flight

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above shoulder level

26
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Position of the free leg however should _______ as much as possible during the whole flight

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trail back

27
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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.

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upright

28
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During the flight, it is crucial that you maintain perfect alignment between your __________

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head, back, and hips.

29
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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 __________

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competition or take-off area

30
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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

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take-off and run off points

31
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The distance, or the____ is measured from thefront edge of the foul line to the first landing pointof the athlete

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‘jump’

31
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No part of the athlete’s foot should cross the front edge ofthe 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, thenthe jump is termed to be illegalor a ____________’, and does not count.

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‘foul jump

32
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_______ are not permittedduring the jump.

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Somersaults

33
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All measurements are done ________ to the take-off point

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perpendicular

34
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For the trial to be legal, the _________is also important. It should show the parameters within the required specific zone.

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wind meter reading

35
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The performer has to complete his jump within

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one minute

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