_With a Run._
The run preceding the leap should never exceed ten paces, the distance
between the point of springing and the cord being equal to half the
cord’s height from the ground. The view of the leaper should be
directed first to the spot whence he is to spring; and, the moment
he has reached that, to the cord, accustoming himself to spring from
either foot, and from both feet.
The instant the spring is made, or (if it be made with one foot)
immediately after, the feet should be closed, and the knees drawn
forcibly towards the chin. Throughout, flexibility and skill, not
violent exertion, should be displayed. This leap, with a run, may be
practised at the height,--