[Clarke, William], 1800-1838 · Boston, Munroe and Francis · leaf 65
ng step, gradually quickened as theleaper approaches the string. You shouldbe particularly careful not to alight on yourheels, but ratlier on the toes and balls ofthe feet. THE HIGH LEAP WITH THE POLE. Take the pole with the right hand about the height of the head, andwith the left about the height… … GYMNASTICS. 63 THE DEEP LEAP WITH THE POLE. This requires strength in the arms and hands. Place the pole the depthyou have to leap, lower the body forward, cast oif your feet and swing roundthe pole so as to alight with your face fronting the point you leaped from.Come to the ground, if possible,…
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