Analysis of Performance
The two events I have chosen to analyse are:
* 100 Meters
* Javelin
100 Meters
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Rules -
* The Track:
The end-to-end length of the oval track is 157.4 meters (172 yards).
The width of the oval track is 73 meters (80 yards) wide. The distance
around the curve is 36.5 meters (39.9 yards).
* Lanes:
Eight lanes usually make up the track, each 1.22 meters (4 feet) wide,
numbered 1 to 8 on the track, inside out. Each athlete must stay
inside his/her lane, if not followed then the athlete is disqualified.
* False Start:
A false start is called when one or more athletes take off before the
race begins. A flare gun or a horn usually starts a race. In case of a
false start, all athletes must return to their starting positions, and
start again without regards to, if it was their fault or not.
· Safety Precautions:
There aren't many safety precautions in 100 meters because it isn't a
long or contact sport. Despite that the athletes do wear appropriate
clothing and trainers. Any type of jewellery must be removed. If can't
be removed, then should be taped up with a special tape.
Observation/Analysis -
I am not a sprinter, but I always try to use the right technique to
try and get the best time possible. Despite the fact that I am not
sprinter I still have my strengths and weaknesses. My strength is my
style of running and my reaction time. I pump my arms and try to be as
accurate as I can be to follow the perfect style. My reaction time is
pretty fast as well which helps to give a nice start to my race. My
weakness is my speed and the inability to accelerate in the last 20 -
30 meters. My major weakness is that I can just keep my speed constant
through out the race let alone keep accelerate it.
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