Triple Jump

Triple Jump event is also informally known as the hop, step, and jump.

Each athlete runs down a track that often same as the one used for the jump. On reaching the take off board, the athlete jumps forwards, lands on the take off foot, then takes a step on to the other foot, and finally jumps into a sand filled pit. The competitor who covers the greatest overalll distance is declared the winner.

Hop, Step, Jump

A top level triple jumper usually takes a run-up of around 40m. The approach shuld be so well judged tht the jumper has no need to look down at the board during take off. Athletes begin and end the hop on the same foot, as soon as they have landed they launch the other foot into the step, strechting to cover as much ground as possible.