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Track Events

Track events are running events that take place in an IAAF athletics stadium. To be considered a track event, the scoring of the event must be measured in time. Some track events include steeplechase, relays, and hurdling.

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What is female 5K world record?

According to Track and Field, the women's world record for the 5K is 14:11.15, set in 2008 by Tirunesh Dibaba of Ethiopia.

Are Asians fast in the athletic stuff?

Yes. Rice, a major Asian nutrition component, is composed of simple carbohydrates, which are quickly metabolized by the human body to provide energy. With this abundance of energy, Asians, in theory, should be fast in the athletic stuff...it seemed to work for Buddha!

Sequence of track and field events for high school?

One session meet (usually the case):

(B) Shot Put, (G) discus, (G) pole vault, (B) long jump, (G) high jump

(G) shot put, (B) discus, (B) pole vault, (G) long jump, (B) high jump

4x800 relay

100/110meter hurdles

4x200 relay

400

300 hurdles

4x100 relay

800

200

3200

shuttle hurdles relay

4x400 relay

Two session meet (bigger, more important meets)

(B) shot put, (G) discus, (B) pole vault, (G) long jump, (B) high jump

(G) shot put, (B) discus, (G) pole vault, (B) long jump, (G) high jump

100/110 hurdle trials

100 meter trials

3200 girls

200 meter trials

3200 boys

400 meter

BREAK

4x800 relay

100/110 hurdle finals

100 meter finals

4x200 relay

1600

300 hurdles

4x100 relay

800

200 meter finals

shuttle hurdle relays

4x400 relay

What are the equipment of running?

there isn't really a equipment for running. all u need is 2 legs and that's it

What are average track times for eighth grade boys?

100:13

200:28

400:1:00

1600:5:30

I am in the 8th grade and run a 12 second 100 25 second 200 55 second 400 and 5 20 mile those times above at my meets place in 3rd or 4th place.

What is a good middle school 800 meter time?

2 Minutes 30 seconds if you want to win meets.

you dont have to run as fast as that person said. When i was in middle school, i came in first twice in the 800 with a time of like 2:45.

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Definitely a broad statement. At my middle school the leader runs a 2:17. I run a 2:26 and only 5th best on the team.

I think that around the 3 minute mark is good

What age is too old to start track and field?

when your at least about 68 or so you don't feel well and you may have a serious problem with your eyes.there are many reasons why elderly may not be able to start track and feild most from old age and medical conditions.

First answer was crap. Maybe, and I repeat maybe, 99 years might be getting too old to start track & field. It all depends on the individual. You, or someone you know, want to start track & field? I say "go for it"!!!

You can start track whenev you want just make sure not to over do it or you could get seriously hurt especially if you are not fit, but definentally go for it

i see many people upwards or 70 years old training at my local track, they dont seem like slowing in the next few years either, never too old if you beleive in yourself

What is the visual exchange?

the visual exchange in track and field is when a medley sprinter is bending a corner and exchanges a kind of look with on of their teamates which gives them a que to start running to collect the bator

What is the first person in a relay team?

The first person in a relay is usually the 2nd fastest person on the relay team, but not necessarily. The first runner just needs to be a person who can get the team into a good position to start off. Hope this helps!

What is the best brand of pole for pole vaulting?

it realy depends on the vaulter i like ESSX but skypole is a good brand for beginers

What will you use to measure the time taken to run by two athletes?

The traditional instrument used to measure the time of a given run is the stopwatch.

What is the distance of the athletic field and track. Is it a mile around once?

the distance around a track is 400 meters. which is 1/4 of a mile. 4 laps around the track is 1600 meters which is very close to a mile. the mile is 1609.344 meters.

What is usain bolts weight?

Usain Bolt weighs 95 kilograms, which is also, 210 pounds

Who is Sonia O'Sullivan?

Sonia O'Sullivan is a former world athletics champion from Ireland. She held world titles at 5000m and cross country.

Is long distance running bad for sprinters?

You can always use any kind of running. it really doesn't matter if you're a sprinter or not. Any running will help build muscle.

What is a good long jump for a 14 year old?

I'm not sure about 14 but I'm 13 and i jump 15 foot 10 inches.

200m dash girl junior high times?

Well the average girl in junior high for the 200 will get somewhere around 28-30 seconds, but if you are faster than normal then probably like 25-36 seconds.

What is circumference of a 6 pound shot put?

That can vary, there are shots for people with smaller hands and there are other ones for larger hands, you just need to find the right one for you.