Complete Track and Field Specialty

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TRACK AND FIELD

Key (R-18)

The requirements for the specialty are:


Learn the basic rules and safety instructions below that apply to each of the six track and field specialty
possibilities.
I.- SHORT RACE
Basic rules
When starting, you must not touch the line or step on it before the shot that indicates the start of the race.
Runners must stay on their path.
Two false starts are enough to disqualify a runner.
Safety instructions
Do warm-up exercises until your entire body is fit before you start.
Don't jump when you reach the final tape.
Do not practice games before warming up.
II.- LONG DISTANCE RACE
Basic rules
Respect the other participants.
Observe all rules that have to do with racing. (Look for them in an industry manual.
Safety instructions
Do warm-up exercises before you start, until your body is fit.
Watch your step.
III.- OBSTACLE COURSE
Basic rules
The runner must not allow any part of his body to be outside the area covered by the hurdles.
The runner can knock down any number of hurdles.
Safety instructions
Do warm-up exercises and stretch well before starting an obstacle course.
Low fences should never be too low.
Keep your guiding leg straight.
IV.- HIGH JUMP
Basic rules
Three attempts are allowed at each height.
The participant must jump with only one foot.
Each of these cases will be considered an attempt: knocking down the pole, passing under it, crossing it with the body
extended or leaving the terrain.
Safety instructions
Learn to land on one foot or both; not on the hands or with the whole body.
Do not jump when the starting point is slippery.
Always make sure there is a cavity or mat where you are going to land, so you can "land" safely.
V.- LONG JUMP
Basic rules
When the top line is touched or crossed over it, it is considered a foul and is counted as one attempt.
The jump will be measured taking into account the right angle formed between the top board and the "landing" point
closest to the starting point.
Instructions regarding safety.
To warm up, do it gradually with a series of short, easy jumps.
Wear shoes suitable for jumping, with medium heels or rubber cushions on the heels.
Keep the "landing" spot or mats you are going to land on in good condition.
VI.- POSTING CAREER
Basic rules
The baton must be passed from one runner to the other only in the regulation area.
The cane must be in one hand during the entire race.
No participant may run more than one stage of the race.
All rules must be observed, without exception.
Instructions regarding safety.
After passing the baton, the participant must remain in his or her lane until all other runners have passed.
When passing quickly (when the cane is not visible), keep looking ahead to avoid collisions.
If the cane falls, be careful to retrieve it safely.

2. Perform the 45-meter race in the time stipulated for your sex and age:

Men Girls
Age Time Age Time
10 years 8.2 sec. 10 years 8.5 sec.
11 years 8.0 sec. 11 years 8.4 sec.
12 years 7.8 sec. 12 years 8.2 sec.
13 years 7.5 sec. 13 years 8.1 sec.
14 years 7.1 sec. 14 years 8.0 sec.
15 years 6.9 sec. 15 years 8.1 sec.
16 years 6.7 sec. 16 years sec.

3. In a sprint, which part of the foot should touch the ground first when stepping? What is the correct
position for the arms and head?

4. Run and/or walk the 550 m test in the time stipulated for your age and sex:

Boys Girls
Age Time Age Time
10 years 2' 33" 10 years 2' 48"
11 2' 27" 11 2' 49"
12 2' 21" 12 2' 49"
13 2' 10" 13 2' 52"
14 2' 01" 14 2' 46"
15 1'54" 15 2'46"
16 1' 51" 16 2' 49"

5. Perform the long jump at least three times and record the best distance

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