Key words: Long jump, technique, take-off
The main aim of this study is to provide directions for the perfection of the last two steps of the approach andthetake-off inthelongjump.Using tenso-metric platform, videorecordings and photocells, 62jumps by a mixed ability subjects group were analyzed and compared to videos of some of the world's best long jumpers to identify key factors for improving take-off technique. The author developed a series of training exercises and attempted to train 8 subjects to alter their technique in line with the findings.