Long Jump

Long Jump Rules

All the rules in long jump are drafted and implemented by the International Association for Athletics Federations (“IAAF”).

• The athlete can jump from the takeoff board or behind it but cannot jump beyond it.
• The jump of an athlete is a foul if he / she touches the ground beyond the takeoff board.
• If the athlete walks back through the landing area then it is considered as a foul.
• The distance should be measured from the takeoff point to the back of the heels /to the nearest point in contact with the sand (that is the impression made on the sand).
• If the takeoff takes place touching the red color plasticine board even then it is considered as a foul.
• The judges should show up red flag in case of a foul and a white flag in case of a right jump.
• A foul jump is also accounted as an attempt.