Athletics

Athletics refers to a collection of sporting events that involve competitive running, jumping, throwing, and walking. It is often associated with track and field events, which take place on a running track and a field. Athletics can include various disciplines such as sprints, middle-distance and long-distance running, hurdles, relays, shot put, discus throw, high jump, long jump, and triple jump.

The term “athletics” can also refer to the broader aspect of sports organizations and governing bodies that oversee these events, including competitions like the Olympic Games, World Championships, and various national and local meets. The discipline emphasizes individual performance, although it can also include team events, particularly in relays. Athletics is recognized for its emphasis on physical fitness, endurance, strength, and agility. Additionally, it serves as a foundation for many other sports and is often a primary means of physical education in schools and communities.