What is a straddle jump?
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Asked by: Maria Wallach
The Straddle Jump is similar to the pike jump except that the legs are spread sideways approximately 90° apart and the arms reach forward towards the pointed toes.
What are the five stages of high jump?
High Jump – Fosbury Flop
- 2 or 4 strides lead into a checkpoint.
- non-take off foot hits this checkpoint.
- followed by a curved five stride approach to the take-off point.
- in the last 3 to 4 strides the athlete is inclined away from the bar.
- final strides to be fast and hips kept high.
What must high jumpers always remember?
6 High Jump Tips for Your Best Season Yet!
- Spend 90% of your energy on the run-up and takeoff (the bar clearance will take care of itself)
- Find the approach rhythm that works best for you (and practice with different rhythms)
- Understand how important the arms are in the jumping process.
