race is started with a starting gun. The main two types of start are— Crouch Start: This type of start is essential for sprint races. Starting block is used in this start, so the athlete can better use their reaction, speed, and explosive power. Activity .
Collect the information about the events under ‘Decathlon’ and ‘Heptathlon’, which are to be completed on the first day of the competition and on the second day of competition. Standing Start: This kind of start is used for middle distance, and long distance races. Fig. .
: Standard athletics track meters Start 200m Start 200m Discus throw Start 1500m Long Jump & Triple Jump High Jump Javelin Throw Hammer Start 400m 800m ×100m ×100m Pole vault Start 400m 400m H ×100m Start 110m Start 100m 100m H Shotput Steeple Chase Finish Line Start 800m Start ,000m 3000m 5000m Start 3000m Steeple Chase Do You Know? •• Starting line in the track events is included and the Finish line is excluded. Line on the right hand side of the lane is included in the width of each lane. •• No check marks are permit ted in the track except for relays.
Types of Crouch Start The crouch start is further divided into three types. Bunch or Bullet Start In such a start, the distance from the starting line to the block is between to inches. The distance between both the blocks (front leg and rear leg) may be to inches. The athlete sets the body in crouching position in such a way that the rear toe and the heal of front foot should be in a straight line.
The toes should be behind the starting line like a bridge but in the line of big toe. In the set position, the hips should be slightly lifted up and the arms should be straight. This last position in the bunch start is a little unstable which helps the athlete in leaving the block quickly. Medium Start The distance of the blocks from the starting line is to inches.