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What are athletes called when they pole vault?
Vaulters
Do pole vaulters have to supply their own pole vault?
I believe they supply them themselves and can have up to around 3 poles each.
Who is the most famous pole volter?
Sergei Bubka, a Ukrainian athlete, is considered one of the most famous pole vaulters in history. He set multiple world records and won numerous championships during his career.
How do pole vaulters propel themselves high into the air?
The pole acts like a spring, that is why it bends so much at the start of the jump.
Who are some famous pole vaulters?
I think it was the ancient Greeks that invented it... (hope its right!)
Can a pole vault pole get wet an still be used for jumping purposes?
Yes the poles will be undamaged make sure the vaulters hands are dry and tape is dry so the vaulter doesn't slip.
Why do pole vaulters shave their armpits?
Some polevaulters shave thier armpits because they thaink that it will make them run fast because of less weight. Some do it just because of religion.
How has technology improved in pole vaulting?
The biggest improvements in pole vaulting technology have been in the pole itself. New materials allow the poles to be longer, lighter, stronger, and more flexible. This allows vaulters to go run faster, go higher, and reduces the chances of pole breakage making the dangerous sport at least a little bit safer.
Explain how a pole vaulter uses potential and kinetic energy to vault himself over the bar?
many people say that a vaulters run up is what is building there potintial energy which is sortof true but in reality however much the pole bends is the potintial energy of the vault
How many points can be earned in a pole vault in track and field?
Each person attempting the long jump will have three attempts. Competitors must have at least one legal jump to count in the final totals.
Why do pole vaulters run very fast before vaulting?
Without speed a vaulter would never get off the ground. The forward momentum built up in the run is transferred to the bend in the pole and in upward momentum used to clear the bar. Typically a pole vaulter possesses sprinters speed and are good all around athletes.
Does Amtrak have train that travels to North Pole?
No
