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Traced back to the Ancient Olympic Games, athletics is a collection of sporting events that involve jumping, running, walking, and throwing. The most common athletics competitions are track and field, road running, cross country running, and race walking. 

Athletics events are among the oldest of all sports and are often referred to as the backbone of the Summer Olympic Games with numerous track and field events. Athletics events have been a staple at the Olympic Games beginning in 1896 and are also included at the Paralympic Games. Find athletics leagues, tournaments, camps, and clinics. Improve your skills with tips, tricks, drills, and more.

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Athletes to Watch: Allyson Felix
July 28, 2020
Learn more about sprinter Allyson Felix.
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Athletes to Watch: Noah Lyles
July 28, 2020
Learn more about sprinter Noah Lyles.
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Dave Johnson on Handling Adversity While Preparing for Olympics
July 2, 2020
How did a Reebock campaign shape the life of Dave Johnson?
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Three-Time Olympian Galen Rupp’s Advice for his Four Kids
July 2, 2020
Galen Rupp has already won two Olympic medals, but continues to try to be an inspiration for his children
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Body+ | Meet Flo Meiler the 85-Year-Old Grandma Breaking World Records
April 26, 2020
At 85, Flo Meiler is one of the most decorated senior athletes ever.
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Inspired By Sport | America’s Only Youth Prison Marathon Guides Inmates Towards a Better Future
April 25, 2020
Alexi Pappas visits five youth prison members as they prepare to complete the annual race.
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Home Workout with Dafne Schippers – Explosivity for Sprinters
April 22, 2020
How does a sprinting World Champion train explosivity from home?
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Best Track and Field Colleges
December 2, 2019
Looking for the best track & field colleges? Check out our Top 5 by division.
Ryan Crouser wins gold at the 2016 summer Olympics.
Olympian Ryan Crouser Shares How His Perseverance During a Challenging Time Paid Off in Historic Ways
July 21, 2019
Ryan Crouser shows that hard work and determination can
Olympics Trivia
Was the marathon on the programme of the Olympic Games of Antiquity?
February 7, 2019
True or False: The marathon was on the programme of the Olympic Games of Antiquity.
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