LONG JUMP

Question 1

The overall objective for the ________is toattain a maximum distance in the jump; therefore, the distance attained here during the flight phase is crucial for the athlete to realize maximum jump. It is common for the jumper to want to remain in flight for as long as possible.

Answer 1

long jump

Question 2

also calledbroad jump, sport inathletics(track-and-field) consisting of a horizontal jump for distance.

Answer 2

LONG JUMP

Question 3

long jump is also called

Answer 3

broad jump

Question 4

It was formerly performed from both standing andrunningstarts

Answer 4

long jump

Question 5

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

Answer 5

long jump
warfare

Question 6

players used to take-off after running a short distance only

Answer 6

long jump

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

4 equipment

Answer 8

1. take off board
2. pit rakes
3. landing area
4. measuring materials

Question 9

A piece of wood about ____ long across the track marking the point at which competitors must take off. Beyond this is a ____Plasticine board that captures the footprint of any athlete overstepping the takeoff board.

Answer 9

8in
4in

Question 10

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

Answer 10

landing area

Question 11

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 11

PIT RAKES

Question 12

The standard venue for the long jump includes a runway at least ________ (131 feet) in length with no outer limit, a takeoff board planted level with the surface at least ______ (3.3 feet) from the end of the runway, and a sand-filled landing area at least__________ (9 feet)and no more than _________ (9.8 feet) wide.

Answer 12

40 metres
1 metre
2.75 metres
3 metres

Question 13

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 13

measuring material

Question 13

The jumper usually begins his approach run about _______ (100 feet) from the takeoff board and accelerates to reach maximum speed at takeoff while gauging his stride to arrive with one foot on and as near as possible to the edge of the board.

Answer 13

30 metres

Question 13

The most commonly used techniques in flight are the_____, in which the knees are brought up toward the chest, and the ______, which is in effect a continuation of the run in the air.

Answer 13

tuck
hitch kick

Question 14

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

Answer 14

jesse owens

Question 15

jesse owens set a record of _______ m that was not broken until ____

Answer 15

8.13
1960

Question 16

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

Answer 16

bob beamon

Question 17

BOB BEAMON Held the long jump record of ______ metres (29.2 feet) from __________

Answer 17

8.90
1968 until 1991.

Question 18

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

Answer 18

MIKE POWELL

Question 19

MIKE POWELL leapt _____ metres (29.4 feet). Beginning in ______,

Answer 19

8.95
1948

Question 20

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 20

pawing

Question 21

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 21

10

Question 22

From the normal stride, the sinking of hip stride should be ________ cm below

Answer 22

25

Question 23

This type of practice will be done minimum ___ times.

Answer 23

SIX

Question 24

The _____ is also a factor in it. If the _______is blowing from the back the run up distance will be longer and vice versa.

Answer 24

wind

Question 25

Extensions should be made up to maximum with the help of ankle, toe, hip, and knee.
Position of your free thigh should be parallel to the ground.
Your opposite arm should do the coordination.
Chest and back should not lean down and your eyes should look forward.
Instead of making variable speed, maintain a constant rhythm throughout the approach.

Answer 25

TAKE OFF

Question 26

Free leg should be raised to a horizontal position during the take-off.
Position of the free leg however should trail back as much as possible during the whole flight.
Best position for the hands is above the shoulder level.
Keep the trunk in the upright position as much as possible otherwise it will make obstacles in moving your leg up during the landing time.
During the flight, it is crucial that you maintain perfect alignment between your head, back, and hips.

Answer 26

FLIGHT

Question 27

T OR F

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 ‘foul jump’, and does not count.

Answer 27

T

Question 28

T OR F

The distance, or the ‘jump’ is measured from thefront edge of the foul line to the first landing pointof the athlete.

Answer 28

TRUE

Question 29

Somersaults are not permittedduring the jump.
All measurements are done perpendicular to the take-off point.
For the trial to be legal, the wind meter reading is also important. It should show the parameters within the required specific zone.
The performer has to complete his jump within one minute.

Answer 29

RULES

Question 30

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 competition or take-off area.
Markers are provided by the organizing committee to the players to mark their take-off and run off points. No other substances like chalks should be used which can leave indelible marks.

Answer 30

RULES