High Jump Technique Quiz

What is the most important component of the high jump approach?

• Maximum controllable vertical velocity

• Sudden change in direction

• Random stride pattern

• Consistent accelerating rhythm

How many strides are typically included in the high jump approach?

• 10-12 strides

• 4-6 strides

• 6-8 strides

• 8-10 strides

What is the recommended frequency for high jump approach work?

• 2-3 times a week

• 5 times a week

• Once a week

• Every day

What is the penultimate step in high jump?

• The step immediately preceding the takeoff step

• The first step of the approach

• The final step before the clearance

• The step after the takeoff

What is the objective of the high jump takeoff?

• Maintain an upright posture

• Keep the knees straight

• Convert horizontal velocity to vertical velocity

• Lean away from the bar

What is a common error in high jump takeoff?

• Throwing head forward at takeoff

• Not accelerating to the bar

• Jumping into the bar

• Stepping out of the curve

What is the objective of the high jump clearance?

• Rotate in the air

• Maximize distance between Center of Mass and bar

• Maximize distance between takeoff and bar

• Land on the feet

What is the world record for men's high jump?

• 2.60m (8ft 6 1/2 in)

• 2.45m (8ft 1/4 in)

• 2.09m (6ft 10 1/4 in)

• 2.30m (7ft 6 1/2 in)

What is the world record for women's high jump?

• 2.60m (8ft 6 1/2 in)

• 2.30m (7ft 6 1/2 in)

• 2.09m (6ft 10 1/4 in)

• 2.45m (8ft 1/4 in)

What is the recommended training philosophy for high jump?

• Complex and varied training

• Keep it Simple

• Train every day

• Jump every day