Long Jump Quiz

What is the most important factor for success in long jump?

• Speed at takeoff

• Distance between Center of Mass and heels at takeoff

• Angle of flight

• Speed at landing

What is the optimal angle at takeoff for long jump?

• 10-15 degrees

• 20-25 degrees

• 15-20 degrees

• 25-30 degrees

What is the objective of the approach in long jump?

• To conserve energy

• To maintain balance during takeoff

• To achieve maximum height

• To generate maximum controllable speed

What is the penultimate stride in long jump?

• The stride immediately preceding the takeoff

• The last stride of the approach

• The first stride of the approach

• The stride immediately following the takeoff

Which technique in flight has been found to have better landing efficiency and greater velocity according to a recent study (if done correctly)?

• Hang Technique

• Sail Technique

• Hitch-Kick Technique

• Sprint Technique

What is the objective of the landing in long jump?

• To have heels contact directly under the center of mass

• To have heels contact behind the center of mass

• To have heels contact as far in front of center of mass as possible

• To have heels contact as close to the center of mass as possible

What is the world record distance in the long jump for men?

• 9.20m (30 ft 2 ½ in)

• 9.50m (31 ft 2 in)

• 8.75m (28 ft 8 ½ in)

• 8.95m (29 ft 4 ½ in)

What is the world record distance in the long jump for women?

• 7.80m (25 ft 7 ½ in)

• 7.30m (23 ft 11 ½ in)

• 7.90m (25 ft 11 in)

• 7.52m (24 ft 8 in)

What is the recommended length of the approach for long jump?

• 10-12 strides

• 14-18 strides

• 12-14 strides

• 18-20 strides

What is the key to preparing for the takeoff during the penultimate step?

• Lowering the hips as much as possible

• Moving towards the takeoff step fast

• Slowing down to conserve energy

• Extending the stride length