korkeushyppyihin

Korkeushyppyihin, or high jump, is a track and field event where athletes attempt to jump unaided over a horizontal bar placed at measured heights. The competition begins with a bar set at a height suitable for the least skilled competitors and is progressively raised after each round. Athletes have three attempts at each height. Failure to clear the bar on all three attempts results in elimination from the competition. The highest height successfully cleared determines the winner.

There are several common techniques used in the high jump, with the Fosbury Flop being the most prevalent and successful in modern athletics. This technique involves the athlete approaching the bar with a curved run-up, then arching their back over the bar headfirst, landing on their back. Other historical techniques include the straddle, the western roll, and the scissors kick, each with its own biomechanical approach to clearing the bar.

The run-up is crucial for generating momentum, with the optimal length and curve depending on the athlete's technique and personal preference. Take-off occurs from one foot, and the athlete's body must clear the bar without dislodging it. The landing pit is typically filled with mats to ensure athlete safety. World records in high jump are held by Javier Sotomayor for men and Stefka Kostadinova for women, achievements that showcase the peak of human athletic potential in this discipline.