Question

Describe the fundamental skills required for the long jump.

Answer 1

To learn the correct long jump technique, the following skills or steps must be properly learned:

1. Check marks: These are marks or objects placed along the side of the runway to help guide the athlete during the approach run.
2. Initial stance: This refers to the body position taken at the marked starting point before beginning the run.
3. Approach run: This is the run performed from the starting point up to the take-off board.
4. Take-off: This means jumping into the air. In technical terms, it is the process of changing the speed and momentum gained during the run into an upward and forward push of the body.
5. Flight in the air: It refers to the actions performed by a jumper while in the air after take-off. These movements may include paddling, hang, or hitch-kick styles.
6. Landing: Falling in the pit.