History of Athletics
Athletics, often referred to as track and field, has a rich history that spans several millennia. Athletics has its roots in ancient Greece, where the first recorded Olympic Games were held in 776 BCE. The ancient Olympics included events like running (various distances), long jump, shot put, javelin, discus throw, and wrestling. These games were part of a festival to honor the Greek god Zeus.
400 m track
A standard 400-meter running track is designed with specific markings to ensure fair and accurate competition. Here’s a breakdown of the key markings and features you’ll find on a 400m track:
General Rules of Track Events
Track events in athletics encompass a variety of running competitions held on a standard 400-meter oval track. These events are broadly categorized into sprints, middle-distance, long-distance, relay races, and hurdles. Here some general rules of track event:-
Long Jump
The long jump is a track and field event that combines speed, strength, and agility. Competitors run down a runway and jump as far as possible into a sandpit from a take-off board. Here are the key aspects and rules of the long jump:
Tripple Jump
The triple jump is a track and field event similar to the long jump, but it involves three distinct phases: the hop, the step, and the jump.
high Jump
The high jump is a track and field event where athletes must jump over a horizontal bar placed at measured heights without knocking it over.
Javelin Throw
The javelin throw is a field event where athletes throw a spear-like implement as far as possible.