Rules For Long Jump : Long Jump Rules For Beginners : LONG JUMP

Summary

The video script outlines the official rules of the Olympic long jump, emphasizing the objective to jump farthest by landing in a sand pit from a takeoff board. It details the scoring system, trial procedures, practice allowances, and equipment regulations. Key points include a maximum of 12 trials, prohibited substances, legal jump criteria, time limits, and the importance of wind conditions. The script also highlights the required runway length and the prohibition of somersaults, ensuring a fair and competitive environment.

Takeaways

• 🏃 The objective of long jump is to jump as far as possible without breaking any rules.
• 📏 Scoring is based on the measured distance from the takeoff board to the closest point of the jumper's body in the sand pit.
• 🔢 Competitors are given three or six trials depending on the number of participants, with the top eight receiving additional trials.
• ⏱ Practice trials are allowed under supervision before the competition, but not in the competition area.
• 🚫 Use of markers to mark takeoff points is permitted, but permanent substances like chalk are banned.
• 📐 Measurements are taken from the nearest point of the takeoff board to the jumper's impression in the sand pit.
• 🌬 A legal trial requires adherence to wind meter readings within a specific zone.
• ⏳ Jumpers must complete their jump within one minute of stepping onto the runway.
• 🔄 In case of a tie, additional chances are given until one performer outperforms the other.
• 👟 The sole of a long jumper's shoe can have a maximum thickness of 13 millimeters, and spikes are allowed.
• 🛣 The runway must be at least 40 meters long, with the takeoff board 20 centimeters wide and level with the ground.
• 🙅‍♂️ Somersaults are not allowed in long jump competitions.
• 🏖 Jumpers must land within the designated sandpit area, which can vary in width from 2.75 to 3 meters.
• ⏳ Each jump must be completed within one minute from the time the jumper steps onto the runway.
• 💨 Jumps with a tailwind exceeding two meters per second are considered invalid.

Q & A

What is the primary objective of the long jump competition?

The primary objective in the long jump competition is to jump as far as possible by stepping on a takeoff board and landing in a sand pit without breaking any rules.

How are long jumps measured for scoring?

Long jumps are measured from the forward edge of the takeoff board to the impression in the landing pit closest to the takeoff board made by any part of the jumper's body.

What is the number of trials given to competitors in a long jump competition?

If there are more than eight competitors, each is given three trials, and the best eight are given additional three trials. If there are less than eight, each competitor is given six trials.

Are practice trials allowed before the competition begins?

Yes, participants can have some practice trials before the competition under the supervision of judges.

What is provided by the organization committee to help athletes mark their takeoff points?

The organization committee provides markers to the athletes to mark their takeoff points, but other substances like chalks that can leave permanent marks are prohibited.

How should the measurement be done after an athlete jumps?

Measurement should be done from the nearest point that has touched the takeoff point.

What is the importance of the wind meter reading during a jump?

The wind meter reading is important for a trial to be legal; it should show parameters within the required specific zone.

How much time does a performer have to complete a jump?

The performer has to complete the jump within one minute.

What is the maximum thickness allowed for the sole of a long jumper's shoe?

The sole of a long jumper's shoe can have a maximum thickness of 13 millimeters.

What is the minimum length of the runway in a long jump competition?

The runway must be at least 40 meters long.

What is the width range of the landing area in the sandpit for long jump?

The width of the landing area in the sandpit may vary from 2.75 to 3 meters.

What is the consequence of a jump executed with a tailwind exceeding a certain speed?

Jumps executed with a tailwind of more than two meters per second do not count.