5 Tips Proven to Maximize Your Long Jump Technique

We're counting down the top five tips to improve long jump technique. Whether you're a beginner just starting out or a seasoned jumper, these actionable tips will help you jump farther and maximize results in the long jump. From the approach run to the landing phase, each of these tips is designed to help you optimize your technique and maximize your potential.

00:00 INTRO
00:10 FOOT POSITION AT TAKEOFF
01:55 SEE YOUR JUMP
03:07 SPRINT UNDER CONTROL
04:22 HOW & WHEN TO CREATE SPEED
06:22 LANDING FOR MAXIMUM DISTANCE

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So, without further ado, let's dive into our top five tips for long jump technique:
5. Foot Position at Takeoff: Discover the importance of proper hip and foot position at the board and learn how it can impact your speed and power at takeoff. Hint - land underneath your center of mass.

4. Visualize Your Jump: Hear from world record holder Mike Powell and Olympic bronze medalist Janay Deloach Soukup about the power of visualization and how it can help you achieve success in every jump.

3. The approach/controlled sprint. The approach isn't just about sprinting as fast as you can. Coach Baily talks about the different technique required for the long jump approach vs a 100m sprint and why control is so essential.

2. When and How to Create Speed: The drive phase is a critical element of the long jump. Discover the ideal speed curve for your approach and learn why accelerating to the board can actually hinder your performance.

1. Landing for Maximum Distance: Your landing technique can make or break your jump distance. Master the proper body positions and movement sequence for maximum distance and optimal landing form.

Featured Olympic Long Jumpers and Coaches: Janay Deloach Soukup, Mike Powell, Carl Lewis, Greg Rutherford, Ryan Baily

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[jenngreen]

Another great video! The split screen of Carl Lewis' 100m sprint technique vs. long jump sprint technique was really insightful. Thanks!

[dominicmcneal]

This is helpful I hit 19’2 this season for freshman year but recently my Jumps have been not nearly on par with what I’ve jumped so hopefully I can try this and it’ll get me jumping to what I have or even further

[will.iamvice]

I got 1st in my meet today, I jumped 18’1 but I feel like its still worth improving. I completely forgot my form over the last year and winged this meet, since I only train to run.

[Tech-Ultimate]

Thanks, I have my school long jump today so I’ll see how this go’s.

[youre_bald_if_u_read_this]

As a beginner to long jump this video was incredibly helpful! 😁

[EmmaMartin_]

Thank you for this video! It’s really helpful. I’m a freshman in high school, and have never done track before. I can only jump 12 feet, and want to be able to jump 16 by the end of the summer. I want to jump further than my older brother😜I’ll try these tips out tomorrow, and see how far I go!

[kJaybucks]

Im 15 years old and im jumping 17ft trying to get 20ft as my new pr bye the end of winter track 🤞🏿

[PuneetSingh-bbrr]

my school athletics carnival was today and i watched this video yesterday I ended up coming 2nd so thank you so much

[RhysRuns]

I have nationals here in Ireland on 6th of April so this is good

[gunjandesai]

I am jumping at 4.6 m daily. Going to try this to maximise my jump and reach 4.9

[NiranjanNikki]

Iam just a 13years kid but I want to win the long jump competition

[Marcus-jnyf]

I'm from Brazil and I'm looking at tips here because there aren't many tips here in Brazil and equipment with speed shoes is absurdly expensive so I hope to learn as much as possible from people abroad

[Darkhawk-txrp]

My sports day is next week and I’m doing long jump so thanks for the tips

[Buddy_isagoodboy]

I have now watch the video let’s see if I can put it in action.❤

[side]

Do you got any tips for jumping higher whilst maintaining speed in long jump

[IndiiFlora]

I’m a freshmen girl and my PR is 14’9”! Realllyyy trying to get into 15 or 16 because a senior girl at my school is going to college to do long jump. (Her pr is abt 16)

[Phantomeditsss]

I am only eleven years old and want to learn how to jump further and my longest jump is 9ft something this helped alot

[virtue]

I keep reaching no matter what. Should I move my mark up?

[Fairyeden]

I basically just wanna fly 😭 that’s why I am here

[Grass-feoc]

What is a good distance for a 15 year old