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Ray Ewry is famous for his achievements in which athletic event?
Ray Ewry is famous for his achievements in which athletic event?
- The standing broad jump (correct)
- The running long jump
- The triple jump
- The pole vault
Which of the following is the correct order of phases in a long jump?
Which of the following is the correct order of phases in a long jump?
- Take-off, Run-up, Flight, Landing
- Run-up, Take-off, Flight, Landing (correct)
- Run-up, Flight, Landing, Take-off
- Run-up, Flight, Take-off, Landing
During which phase of the run-up should an athlete gradually rise up?
During which phase of the run-up should an athlete gradually rise up?
- Alignment
- Attack
- Acceleration (correct)
- Transition
Which flight technique in the long jump involves stretching the body into a long arched position?
Which flight technique in the long jump involves stretching the body into a long arched position?
What is the minimum recommended length for the runway in a long jump competition?
What is the minimum recommended length for the runway in a long jump competition?
What best describes the 'Attack' phase of the run-up in long jump?
What best describes the 'Attack' phase of the run-up in long jump?
Which of the following is MOST characteristic of the 'Hitch-kick' technique during the flight phase of a long jump?
Which of the following is MOST characteristic of the 'Hitch-kick' technique during the flight phase of a long jump?
How far should the take-off board be from the end of the runway?
How far should the take-off board be from the end of the runway?
What is the primary purpose of the 'Alignment' phase in the run-up for long jump?
What is the primary purpose of the 'Alignment' phase in the run-up for long jump?
What is the minimum width of the sand-filled landing area for long jump?
What is the minimum width of the sand-filled landing area for long jump?
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Long Jump
Long Jump
Also known as the standing broad jump.
Ray Ewry
Ray Ewry
Won the standing long jump in 1900, 1904, 1906 and 1908. Set the world record of 3.47 meters in 1904.
Run-up (Long Jump)
Run-up (Long Jump)
The approach where the athlete starts their run.
Take-off (Long Jump)
Take-off (Long Jump)
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Flight (Long Jump)
Flight (Long Jump)
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Landing (Long Jump)
Landing (Long Jump)
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Alignment (Run-up)
Alignment (Run-up)
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Acceleration (Run-up)
Acceleration (Run-up)
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Attack (Run-up)
Attack (Run-up)
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The Hang Technique
The Hang Technique
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Study Notes
- The standing broad jump is also known as the long jump.
- Ray Ewry set the world record of 3.47 meters in 1904.
- Ewry won the standing long jump in 1900, 1904, 1906 and 1908.
Long Jump Performance Types
- Run-up: The athlete's starting line area.
- Take-off: When an athlete prepares to jump.
- Flight: When an athlete is airborne.
- Landing: Considered the finish line area.
Run-Up Phases
- Alignment: The athlete transitions into the main running phase with power and speed.
- Acceleration: The athlete gradually rises up as they transition into the middle part of the run.
- Attack: The athlete maintains speed through the board.
Flight Techniques
- The hang: Stretching the body into a long arched position while airborne.
- The hitch-kick: Continuing the running motion while in the air.
- The sail: Lifting the legs into a toe-touching position after take-off.
Measurements
- Runway: At least 40 meters with no outer limit.
- Take-off board: Surface at least 1 meter from the end of the runway.
- Sand-filled landing area: At least 2.75 meters.
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