Athletics

running · jumping · throwing · Olympics

Fast sprinting races. Sprinters run super short distances like 100 meters as fast as they can go, while distance runners tackle 5,000 or 10,000 meters to build endurance and strategy.

Jumping for distance. Athletes compete in long jump, high jump, and pole vault, trying to soar higher or farther than anyone else using speed, strength, and technique.

Throwing heavy things. Shot put, discus, javelin, and hammer throw are events where athletes fling heavy objects as far as possible in a circular pit or field.

Running beyond the track. Road running and marathons happen on city streets and paths, where runners can race for 42 kilometers, while cross-country runners dash through forests and fields.

Walking races. Race walking is like jogging but with rules, one foot must always touch the ground, and walkers compete over long distances at amazing speeds.