Flash Cards: Reaction Game

Mark the ground with a Start and a Finish line, 20-25 meters apart. Players sit behind the Start line, facing away from the Finish line.

The game starts with the command 'go' or the sound of a whistle.

Players transition from fast to slow jogging after starting.

Static stretching helps improve flexibility and prepares muscles before intense activity.

Jumping is the act of propelling oneself into the air using one or both legs.

Jumping requires power, coordination, and technique.

The Long Jump is a jumping event where athletes aim for maximum horizontal distance.

Athletes aim to maximize the total distance of three successive jumps.

It involves using a pole to assist in clearing greater heights.

1. Approach run, 2. Take-off, 3. Flight phase, 4. Landing.

It generates momentum while maintaining speed and balance before take-off.

Proper alignment maximizes the height and distance achieved during the jump.

Maintaining proper posture and leg movement ensures balance.

Athletes should land with bent knees to absorb impact and maintain balance.

Improper body alignment can hinder maximum height and distance in jumping.

The Long Jump focuses on horizontal distance, while the High Jump focuses on vertical height.

Strategizing can significantly affect the outcome and enhance performance in the game.

Dynamic stretching enhances flexibility and prepares muscles for physical activity.

Athletes should focus on power, coordination, and maintaining proper technique throughout the jump.