| Abstract: | Clearing the water jump： biomechanical aspects At the moment of take-off, the eyes focus on the landing spot, about 30cm short of the far end of the water jump. On landing, the knee and ankle of the almost straightened le lower to support the jump, where the center of gravity should lie over the leg and not in front of it. The trail leg passes the landing leg, lands and takes a small first slride out of the water jump. The arm action counterbalances the rhythm of the legs and, held out at the side of the body, the arms help to keep balance. During the whole action, the shoulders and hips remain facing squarely forwards in the direction of movement. |
