Sprinting
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What is sprinting?

  • Running at a moderate speed for a long distance
  • Running at a slow pace for a long distance
  • Running over a short distance at top speed in a limited time (correct)
  • Walking at a slow pace for a short distance
  • Why can a runner's near-top speed not be maintained for more than 30–35 seconds?

  • Excessive metabolic acidosis due to aerobic glycolysis
  • Depletion of phosphocreatine stores in muscles (correct)
  • Insufficient warm-up before the sprint
  • Overconsumption of energy drinks
  • What are the three sprints held at the modern Summer Olympics and outdoor World Championships?

  • 200 metres, 400 metres, and 800 metres
  • 50 metres, 150 metres, and 300 metres
  • 100 metres, 200 metres, and 400 metres (correct)
  • 100 metres, 300 metres, and 500 metres
  • How do professional sprinters begin the race?

    <p>By assuming a crouching position in the starting blocks before driving forward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of sprinting in many sports?

    <p>Quickly reaching a target or goal, or avoiding or catching an opponent</p> Signup and view all the answers

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