Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary - Middle-distance Running
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the running races ranging from 800 meters to 1,500 meters in length
a competition between people, vehicles, animals, etc. to find out which one is the fastest and finishes first
frequently found, happening, or seen
the basic unit of measuring length that is equal to 100 centimeters
the rate or pace at which something or someone moves
the mental or physical strength that makes one continue doing something hard for a long time
a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice
an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other
a global sporting event held every four years, where athletes from around the world compete in various sports for medals
having a lot of value
a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession
the process during which someone learns the skills needed in order to do a particular job
having a high speed when doing something, especially moving
having a lot of physical power
to have something as a part of the whole
to focus one's effort, time, or attention on something in order to achieve a particular goal
known by a lot of people
a country in northwest Europe, consisting of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
a country located in North Africa known for its vibrant culture, delicious food, and beautiful landscapes including the Sahara desert
a unit of measuring length equal to 1.6 kilometers or 1760 yards
to fill someone with the desire or motivation to do something, especially something creative or positive
doing an activity as a job and not just for fun
a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions
the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition
making someone feel well or showing good health
following a pattern, especially one with fixed or uniform intervals
| Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprinting | Middle-distance Running | Long-distance Running | Marathon |
| Hurdling | Steeplechase | Relay Race | Long Jump |
| Triple Jump | High Jump | Pole Vault | Shot Put |
| Decathlon | Discus Throw | Heptathlon | Race Walking |
| Road Running | Hammer Throw | Javelin Throw | Cross-Country Running |
