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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.

An afternoon with little Olympians
June 2, 2023
SportsEngine employees visit the University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital to celebrate the Rio Olympic Games. During the Olympics we watch as athletes like Usain Bolt, Caleb Dressel, Michael Phelps, and Simone Biles defy the odds, over and over again. Their accomplishments spark the hope in each of us that maybe the odds are…just odds. […]
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How to Throw Better in Shot Put and Discus
June 2, 2023
The shot put and discus are throwing events in track and field. The shot put involves throwing a heavy, round metal ball, while the discus involves throwing a heavy round disc. According to Sports Coach Brian Mackenzie, throwers in shot and discus need explosive strength, speed, and balance. To improve in the track throwing events, […]
High Jump Technique and Training
June 2, 2023
The athlete should have two measurements for their approach, one parallel to the pit (between 8′-14′ depending on speed) from the inside standard and another directly back on the apron from that point. In the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, sprints and jumps were on stage. United States sprint dominance was as evidenced by world records […]
Long Jump Technique and Training
June 2, 2023
To effectively set up a takeoff, the cyclic running pattern and heel recovery will be broken on the last two steps of the approach. To the casual observer the long jump would appear to be one of the most basic of all track & field events. Athletes run up to a takeoff board and without […]
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How to Get in Shape for Track Season
June 2, 2023
During track season, you’re going to need muscular endurance to get through relentless training drills and practice races. Track and Field athletes must prepare for their competitions way before they reach the starting line. Though competition season typically runs from April to July, athletes must try to stay in shape during the winter months. Pre-season […]
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Five Training Tips for Developing Track Athletes
June 2, 2023
Athletes are much better served by multiple “chances” each year to focus exclusively on maximal speed and power production, with weights present only for surges of potentiation if the athlete is responsive that type of work. In the 1960’s, barbell training found its way into the training of track and field throwers (to great success!). […]
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Distance Running Training Tips
June 2, 2023
Distance runners need to prepare for all race strategies: be ready for slow races, fast races, surges and races with a big kick. The purpose of training is to prepare for competition. The goal of a competitive runner is to be prepared on race day. Hard workout days should be challenging but attainable. Achieve the workout goals, […]
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Track and Field Sprint Relay Training
June 2, 2023
We spend part of at least three practice sessions per week on the sprint exchanges. If you overlook this part of your workouts you are missing the opportunity to score valuable points for your team. Our philosophy is that we can beat most teams in the 400-meter relay by utilizing superior exchanges that have been honed […]
Honesty Plays Big Role for Discus Thrower
June 2, 2023
“He’s got a bright future ahead of him, not only as a thrower but as a person,” Barry said. Davis Robey didn’t think twice about being honest at last week’s district track and field meet, regardless of the result. After all, it was simply the right thing to do. An official scorer had erroneously listed […]
Shot Put and Discus Drill Techniques
June 2, 2023
Medicine balls are good tools for helping beginners learn shot-put technique. They are larger and easier to throw, and you can use a lighter weight if necessary. The shot put and discus throw put the muscle in track and field, but technique also plays a vital role in achieving success in the events. A variety […]
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