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Running, jumping, and throwing are some of the earliest documented forms of human expression. From these basic skills, the first Olympic challenge—a single race spanning a mere 600 feet—came into existence and lasted for several years.

Since the inception of the modern Olympic Games in 1896, track and field events have served as the centerpiece. Hundreds of men and women compete against each other every four years, a tradition as old as the Games themselves.

Find track & field clubs, tournaments, camps, and clinics. Improve your skills with tips, tricks, drills, and more.

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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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Track and Field for Beginners
June 2, 2023
The hurdles are placed so that the edge of the bar nearest the approaching athlete coincides with the edge of the track marking nearest the athlete. Track and field facilities are usually designed as multi-purpose facilities (tracks with playing fields inside). Sports facilities for track and field athletics are generally used for daily training as […]
Shot Put and Discus Technique
June 2, 2023
As the thrower gains experience, the thrower can lower the upper body into a crouched position. THE GLIDE Various styles of the glide The glide style of shot putting has many outstanding technical throwers since the days of Parry O’Brien started facing the opposite way of the put. Two technical styles have survived over the […]
The 800 Meter Runner: Speed and Endurance Required
June 2, 2023
This is how distance athletes get faster. Do all of this while continuing to slowly improve the aerobic energy system through mostly continuous runs of varying lengths and intensity. The 800-meter run is considered the shortest of the distance races in track and field. While it is half the length of the 1,600-meter run, it retains […]
Training for Track and Field Events
June 2, 2023
You’ll never really know until you attempt training completely, for a reasonable amount of time. A full season training package is a reasonable amount of time. Coaches offer all sorts of different training packages options for athletes. Some offer one session, some offer 10, and some offer packages designed for more consistent training. On my coaching […]
How To Be A Dominant Field Event Specialist
June 2, 2023
In order to be a great field event specialist, you have to be very comfortable. You want to look like a natural. Field event specialists are some of the most unsung heroes in track and field. They are the first ones to take the field and are often overshadowed by the glorified distance and sprint […]
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Discussion Guide: McFarland USA
March 21, 2023
Themes presented in this film include teamwork, hard work, and respect
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Discussion Guide: Unbroken
March 21, 2023
Some of the themes featured in the movie include perseverance, grit, and the power of camaraderie
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