track and field

As a dedicated runner, a teenage boy has always managed to distance himself from other people until the experience of coaching one of his teammates on the track team gradually helps him see the value of giving and receiving.

Determined to win the cross country running championship, high school senior Chet finds himself faced with competition both in athletics and in love.

Provides an overview of track and field competition at the Olympics.

An introduction to the history and techniques of various track and field events with advice on training and competition.

Describes the history of track competitions, the various events involved, as well as several of the stars in this sport.

An overview of the events that make up the field athletics portion of the Olympic Games, highlighting great athletes and moments related to the sports.

Follows the Roadrunners, a team of young runners, through a warm-up and practice session.

Provides information and advice to young athletes interested in track and field sports, with photographic sequences that illustrate equipment, warm-up exercises, and techniques for activities such as jumping hurdles, discus, long jump, and sprints.

Contains the history of track and field, the various sports included, how to play them, and where to get more information.

Describes the skills and techniques used in the running, jumping, throwing, and vaulting events that make up track and field sports.