The long jump is a track and field event in which athletes combine speed, strength and agility in an attempt to leap as far as possible from a takeoff point. Along with the triple jump, the two events that measure jumping for distance as a group are referred to as the "horizontal jumps".

2025年3月19日 · long jump, sport in athletics (track-and-field) consisting of a horizontal jump for distance. It was formerly performed from both standing and running starts, as separate events, but the standing long jump is no longer included in major competitions.

What is the long jump? The long jump is a track and field event that requires competitors to sprint along a runway until they reach a take-off board. From here, they jump as far as possible into a sandpit.

2021年4月30日 · The objective of the long jump is simple – to cover the maximum possible distance with a horizontal jump. However, a deep dive into the details reveals the long jump is one of the most technically difficult track and field events to master.

2024年6月3日 · Long jump is one of the most exciting and demanding track and field events in athletics. It requires a combination of speed, strength, and technique to excel. Athletes sprint down a runway, launch themselves into the air, and attempt to …

2019年5月24日 · A successful long jumper has a unique combination of talents that would make many jumpers successful in a variety of track and field events, such as sprints, hurdles, and the other jumps. While there’s no substitute for speed, pure speed without control, and a consistent approach, isn’t enough.

2024年4月21日 · In this article, we’ll walk you through the essential long jump rules, the basic skills involved, understanding fouls, and the dos and don’ts to excel in long jump. What are the Long Jump Rules? Long jump rules govern the competition, ensuring a …

2025年3月23日 · USA's Bryant wins long jump for first world title March 23, 2025 07:48 AM Claire Bryant of the United States leaped a personal best of 6.96m to win gold and her first world title at the World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China.

Long jump is a sport in which, the athlete who jumps the longest by legal means, wins. The athlete begins running from his or her starting position and after attaining sufficient velocity, jumps, landing in a sand pit, [1] which is fitted with distance markers.