It represents the combination of speed and strength, and it is also one of the important events in the Olympic track and field competition. The main events of track events are sprint, middle and long distance running, long distance running, relay and obstacle race. Among them, sprint includes 100 m, 200 m and 400 m, which requires athletes to complete the race distance in the shortest time and show the fastest speed. Middle and long-distance running includes 800 meters, 1500 meters, 3000 meters, etc. This requires athletes to have good endurance and speed control ability.
Long-distance running includes 5000m,10000m and marathon. This requires athletes to have super endurance and speed control ability. The relay race is completed by four athletes, and each athlete is required to do his best to strive for better results for the team. Obstacle running is to set some obstacles in the competition, requiring athletes to cross or bypass these obstacles, and also testing athletes' speed and skills.
The history of track and field sports
1. Development of ancient track and field: The history of track and field can be traced back to ancient civilization. In ancient Greece, track and field competition was considered as one of the oldest sports. The earliest track and field competitions can be traced back to the Olympic Village in ancient Greece in 776 BC.
At that time, only sprints ran barefoot, and then other events were gradually added, such as long-distance running, long jump and throwing. In China, the history of track and field can also be traced back to ancient times. As early as the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, track and field began to flourish.
2. Popularization of modern track and field sports: In modern times, track and field sports began to spread rapidly around the world. From 65438 to 0896, the first modern Olympic Games was held in Athens, Greece, and track and field events became one of the most concerned events. Since then, the Olympic Games has become a stage for top athletes from all over the world to show their skills, and track and field events have attracted much attention in every Olympic Games.
3. Standardization and specialization of modern track and field sports: Since the 20th century, track and field competitions have become more and more specialized and standardized. International association of athletics federations (IAAF) was established in 19 12, and is responsible for supervising and promoting the development of global track and field sports. At the same time, the standardization of records and the improvement of equipment enable participants to measure and evaluate their achievements more accurately.