Athletics

What is the main objective of a sprinter in a race?

• Endurance

• Speed

• Flexibility

• Agility

Sprinting races are typically classified as long-distance events

• TRUE

• FALSE

A sprinter should maintain a forward lean throughout the entire race.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which phase of the sprint involves building up maximum speed?

• Acceleration phase

• Reaction phase

• Deceleration phase

• Finish phase

During the sprint, athletes must stay within their assigned

(a)  

The time it takes for a sprinter to react to the starting signal is known as the

(a)  

Which muscle group is most important for explosive power during a sprint?

• Quadriceps

• Hamstrings

• • Calves

• All of the above

In which phase of a sprint does a runner transition from a forward lean to an upright posture?

• Reaction phase

• • Acceleration phase

• Maximum velocity phase

• Deceleration phase

What is the stage of a sprint where the runner leans forward to cross the finish line called?

(a)  

Sprinters reach their maximum speed at the very start of the race.

• TRUE

• FALSE