Athletics

Athletics is a collection of sporting events that involve competitive physical activities and are typically categorized into track and field events, road running, cross country running, and race walking. Track and field events encompass running races of various distances, jumping events such as long jump and high jump, and throwing events like shot put and javelin. Athletics competitions are often held in organized events, such as local meets, national championships, and international competitions, including the Olympic Games. The term is derived from the Greek word “athlos,” meaning contest or competition, and highlights the emphasis on individual and team performances in physical challenges.