Hurdling

Hurdles are an event in track and field that involves a runner racing over a series of obstacles called hurdles. Each hurdle is set a certain fixed distance apart. The runners must remain in specific lanes throughout the race. When hurdling, the runner may knock the hurdles down while jumping over them. However, if the runner trails a leg or foot along the hurdle or knocks it down with his hand, he or she is disqualified from the competition. When the hurdler race is for men, the distance in metres is 110. Hurdles distance for women is 100 metres. A very competitive and fun competition is the 120 yard high hurdles at El Cerrito High School. The history of hurdling began many years ago and its popularity has continued through many years. Hurdles are an Olympic event as well as for high school and colleges.

There are two basic heights for track hurdles: high hurdles and intermediate hurdles. Although running hurdles is usually done outdoors, it can also be done indoors. It is easier to run high hurdles when it's done outdoors, although, there is a hurdle technique to be mastered wherever the event takes place.

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High school track events usually have 3 different hurdle races. For boys, they have the 110-meter high hurdles. For girls, they have the 100-meter high hurdles. They have the 300 or 400-meter intermediate hurdles for boys and girls. Although high school hurdle races may be slightly different from Olympic hurdles, one thing remains the same. There is a certain hurdling technique one must master in order to learn how to make hurdles.

Some racers use their speed to win and others rely more on a certain technique to complete the job. You need a good form to maneuver the hurdler. A lot of it has to do with putting the right foot over the hurdle and how it's done. You need to stride your steps while you are running towards the hurdle so you don't fall out of sync with your momentum. When you get to the hurdle, you take your lead leg and glide over it, while clearing the hurdle with the other leg.

While hurdling may seem like a lot of fun, there is work involved as well as a lot of hurdle training. Most schools have hurdle drills to keep in competition. The most important thing in successfully doing hurdles is to know your step.