Athletics (Track & Field)
The term athletics has several different connotations. However, the one true and official sport classified as athletics is track and field. Track and field offers a variety of opportunities for athletes by encompassing a variety of competitions - some that demand incredible strength, others that demand speed or endurance. Athletes of all ages, shapes and sizes compete in the following events: 100-, 200-, 400-, 800-, 1,500-, 3,000-, 5,000- and 10,000-meter runs; the marathon; high jump; long jump; triple jump; shot put; discus and hammer throws; pole vault; steeplechase; 100- and 400-meter hurdles; 10,000-meter walk; heptathlon; and 400- and 1,600-meter relays.
| Forms |
see description |
| Time of Activity (minutes) |
30, 120 |
| Ease of Learning |
Moderate |
| Level of Commitment Required by Participant |
Moderate |
| Equipment cost to begin |
$65 - 250 |
| Regular Participation Costs |
$0 - 100 |
| Schedule Flexibility |
High |
| Injury Risk |
Moderate |
| Endurance Required |
Aerobic/Anaerobic |
| Strength Required |
Moderate
|
| Skill/Coordination Required |
Moderate |
| Family/Social Activity |
Moderate |
| Type |
Individual/Team |
| Location |
Field, Grass, Indoor, Track |
| Access to Facility |
Easy |
| International Association of Athletics Foundation | 17 rue Princesse Florestine
BP 359
, MC98007
Phone: +377 93-10-8888
Fax: +377 93-15-9515
Email: president@iaaf.org
Web: www.iaaf.org |
| Road Runners Club of America | 1501 Lee Highway
Suite 140
Arlington, 48 22209
Phone: (703) 525-3890
Fax:
Email: office@rrca.org
Web: www.rrca.org |
| USA Track & Field | One RCA Dome, Suite 140
Indianapolis, 14 46225
Phone: (317) 261-0500
Fax: (317) 261-0481
Email: Bill.Roe@usatf.org
Web: www.usatf.org |