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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary - Race Walking

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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary
race walking

a long-distance athletic event where competitors must maintain contact with the ground and keep their leading leg straight

Ex: She trained daily to improve her technique in race walking. 
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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track and field

a sport that involves various athletic events, including running, jumping, and throwing competitions, that are held on a running track

Ex: She excels in both sprints and long-distance events in track and field. 
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: Advances in modern medicine have greatly improved life expectancy. 
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the Olympic Games

a global sporting event held every four years, where athletes from around the world compete in various sports for medals

Ex: Athletes trained for years to qualify for the Olympic Games. 
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to compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: Every year, hundreds of athletes compete in the city marathon. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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ruler
ruler
[noun]

a straight, flat tool typically made of wood, plastic, or metal, used for measuring and drawing straight lines

Ex: The student used a ruler to draw precise lines on the graph paper. 
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ground
ground
[noun]

the surface layer of earth that is solid and people walk on

Ex: After the rain, the ground became muddy and slippery. 
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different
different
[Adjective]

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

Ex: He had a different perspective on the movie. 
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running
running
[noun]

the act of walking in a way that is very fast and both feet are never on the ground at the same time, particularly as a sport

Ex: She enjoys running in the park every morning for exercise. 
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distance
distance
[noun]

the length of the space that is between two places or points

Ex: The distance between New York City and Los Angeles is over 2,700 miles. 
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kilometer
kilometer
[noun]

a unit for measuring length that is equal to 1000 meters or approximately 0.62 miles

Ex: The marathon route spans 42.195 kilometers. 
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road
road
[noun]

a wide path made for cars, buses, etc. to travel along

Ex: They drove down a winding road to reach the countryside. 
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track
track
[noun]

a course that is used for racing, usually round, and with multiple lanes

Ex: The athletes warmed up on the track before the race. 
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health
health
[noun]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

Ex: Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good health. 
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: Doctors often recommend regular exercise and a healthy diet to stay fit and prevent illness. 
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heart
heart
[noun]

the body part that pushes the blood to go to all parts of our body

Ex: He couldn't hide the happiness in his heart when he saw his loved ones after a long time. 
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lung
lung
[noun]

each of the two organs in the chest that helps one breathe

Ex: The lungs are essential organs responsible for exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide with the bloodstream during respiration. 
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
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stressful
stressful
[Adjective]

causing mental or emotional strain or worry due to pressure or demands

Ex: The workload at her new job was incredibly stressful. 
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body
body
[noun]

our or an animal's hands, legs, head, and every other part together

Ex: She enjoys yoga because it helps her connect with her body and find inner balance. 
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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achievement

the action or process of reaching a particular thing

Ex: He beamed with pride as he recounted his achievement of climbing the highest peak in the country. 
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France
France
[noun]

a country in Europe known for its famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

Ex: France is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. 
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world record

the best performance ever achieved in a particular sport, activity, or field

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to finish
to finish
[Verb]

to complete a race or competition in a specified position or rank

Ex: She finished first in the swimming competition, winning a gold medal. 
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China
China
[noun]

the biggest country in East Asia

Ex: China is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks, such as the Great Wall. 
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practice
practice
[noun]

the act of repeatedly doing something to become better at doing it

Ex: Daily practice of yoga can improve flexibility and reduce stress. 
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training
training
[noun]

the process during which someone learns the skills needed in order to do a particular job

Ex: The new employees underwent intensive training to learn company policies and procedures. 
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technique
technique
[noun]

a specific method of carrying out an activity that requires special skills

Ex: The chef's knife skills and cooking techniques impressed the guests at the restaurant. 
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coach
coach
[noun]

someone who trains a person or team in sport

Ex: As a dedicated fitness coach, he helped people achieve their health goals. 
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athlete
athlete
[noun]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

Ex: As a professional athlete, he maintained a strict diet and exercise routine. 
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