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Trampoline
Trampoline is a recreational activity and gymnastics competitive sport. Trampoline involves jumping up and down on a raised elastic surface.
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jumping zone
Sports; Trampoline
The jump zone is a clearly marked area, usually a triangle area marked with a red boarder, in the middle of the trampoline where the gymnast must perform their routine.
kick out
Sports; Trampoline
This is when the legs are extended to a straight body position after the shape part of a somersault has been performed.
kill
Sports; Trampoline
This is used to prevent the recoil of the bed from throwing the performer up in the air. This can be done either by the performer or a coach.
kip
Sports; Trampoline
This is a way to increase the power of the trampoline bed by it being depressed, by a coach, right before the gymnast lands.
knee drop
Sports; Trampoline
When a gymnast lands on their knees with their calves and feet in a horizontal position but with their torso in a vertical position.
