Broad Jump
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Broad Jump |
Broad Jump Event
Broad Jump Rules:
Also called the standing long jump, the broad jump measures explosive power. It requires strong legs, arms, and core - pretty much your whole body. It is an excellent tool for measuring strength and is used in many physical fitness tests. It was an athletic event in the Olympics from 1900 to 1912.
Each participant will have the opportunity to perform three jumps for maximum distance. The participant will begin with toes behind the take-off line. The participant must jump off with both feet. Measurement is taken from the zero side of the take-off line to the nearest point of contact on the landing (back of the heels typically). The participant's best trial will be used for scoring.
The participant must jump off with both feet simultaneously. Stepping over the take-off line is a foul and the jump will be scratched.
Participants are not allowed to fall backward and reach down with the hands. Attempt will be a scratch when this occurs.
The participant may fall forward, providing he/she "sticks" the landing. Sticking the landing means both feet are together long enough to give the judge sufficient time to determine the measurement.
Measurements will be from the zero edge of the tape. The athlete’s best trial of the three will be used for scoring. 
Training for the Broad Jump
Here are some pointers for training:
With only a short time left, your training for this event must focus on technique. A great website for how to do a Broad Jump is at Living With No Regrets. Click Here.
The Broad Jump requires strength and explosive power. Where your typical strength training may require slow and controlled motion, this won't be enough for the Broad Jump.
Your weight training should be heavy and explosive. Squats are a must along with deadlifts.
Vertical Jumping: Us older folks are not used to jumping for height. Absolutely necessary for this. Use a piece of chalk and mark how high you can jump on a wall to keep track. Lots of jumping.
Some of our fitness partners are running classes for their members for the Broad Jump. You can contact Fay's Fitness in Candor, New Image in Waverly, and SVECFC in Spencer to help you with technique and training.