An Examination of Approach Run Kinematics in Track and Field Jumping Events

Makaruk Hubert (), Porter Marak, Starzak Marcin and Szymczak Edward
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Makaruk Hubert: Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport in Biała Podlaska, Department of Athletics Poland
Porter Marak: Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Department of Kinesiology, United States of America
Starzak Marcin: Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport in Biała Podlaska, Department of Athletics, Poland
Szymczak Edward: Polish Athletics Association, Pole Vault Academy, Warsaw, Poland

Polish Journal of Sport and Tourism, 2016, vol. 23, issue 2, 82-87

Abstract: Introduction. The aim of this study was to examine the changes in selected kinematics in the long jump, triple jump, and pole vault to highlight the unique movement pattern characteristics in the approach runs utilised in these events. Material and methods. Data were collected during 1 international and 2 national competitions from 36 male athletes (12 in each event) using an Optojump Next system. Results. This study showed the long jumpers achieved the highest mean step velocity, with the pole vaulters showing the lowest velocity. The velocity of the last step before the take-off was greater (p

Keywords: locomotion; step velocity; step length; contact time; asymmetry (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2016
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DOI: 10.1515/pjst-2016-0009

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