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According to the IAAF Track and Field Facilities Manual 2008, the type of sand for the long jump landing area is
"Washed river sand 0 to 2mm graining, no organic components, max. 5% of weight up to 0.20mm"
Here is the link for the manual:
http:/www.iaaf.org/aboutiaaf/publications/rules/index.html
Hope this helps.
RJ
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Can you do a phase in the sand on the triple jump?
No
How long is a sand pit at the Olympics?
Two events in athletics use a sandpit: the long jump, and the triple jump.
Can you do your third phase in the sand in the triple jump?
absolutely not
How is long jump measured?
The long jump is measured from the front of the jump board to the closes point in the sand that the jumper touches the sand in a straight line.
What is the best kind of sand to use for the long jump?
sandy sand
What is the sand pit called in a long jump?
just that: the sand pit.
What do you need for a long jump?
a sand pit
How many judges are involved in triple jump events?
There are four judges that are involved in the triple jump event. Two write down the distances, one that measures in the sand, and one that checks if the athlete faulted.
Why long jump athletes made to jump in sand pits?
because it was more easier
Why are the long jump atheletes made to jump in sand pits?
So they land soflty
What does long jump?
um...sand,legs,body etc.
Why are the long jump athletes made to jump in sand pits?
so you don't hurt your self
