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For the same reasons why people compete in anything. For fun, fame and money.
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Must you compete in all track and field events or may you select the ones you wish to compete in?
you decide... or your coaches decide. you can do up to 4 events in one meet
How many track and field events are you allowed to do?
In high school, athletes are limited to four events. Outside of high school, athletes can compete in as many events as they want.
How many track field Events are there in a Decathlon?
A decathlon consists of 10 track and field events
In which sport does carl Lewis compete in?
Track and Field
What events did Panama compete in the 2008 Olympics?
Panama will be competing in Swimming, Fencing, and Track and Field Track and Field - Long Jump - Irving Saladino Track and Field - 100m Dash - Alonso Edward Fencing - Yesika Jimenez Swimming - Christie Bodden Swimming - Edgar Crespo.
Where did track and field get its name?
track and field got its name because when you run you on a track. the field part is because you compete in the other competions on a field a grassy area.
Why is shot putt important?
The shot, a track and field event allows big strong guys to compete. Track and field, also called athletics has events for fast folks, endurance folks, jumping folks, hurdlers - something for everyone.
Which way do people run on a track in Europe?
The same way as they do in the U.S. and most other countries who compete in athletic events that require movement on a track: clockwise.
Is pole vault a track or fiend event?
Field event, all events that ur not actually on the track are field events!
What is the meaning of field events?
Field events are track-and-field contests other than races, such as throwing and jumping events.
Is triple jump a track or field event?
Triple jump is a field event. Field events are held in the field located within the track. Running events that are held on the track are track events. Field events include triple jump, long jump, high jump, hammer throw, discus throw, shot put, pole vault, and javelin throw.
What is track and field how it is?
It is an athletic events that take place on a running track and a nearby field; track events and field events. Track and field is a sport comprising various competitive athletic contests based on running, jumping, and throwing.
