Endurance Handbook

AN INTRODUCTIONTO ENDURANCERUNNING

IMPROVISED TRACKS

SECTION 2

Although most people might associate track and field athletics with a traditional 400m track, there are several alternative improvised tracks which can serve as good substitutes for those without access to such facilities. This section will show how to create a number of these using playgrounds, school fields and sports halls. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE

FACILITIES

TRACK TYPE 1) 50m Linear Track 2) 100m Linear Track 3) 100m Circular Track 4) 100m Oval Track 5) 200m Oval Track 6) Sports Hall Tracks 7) 321 Courses 8) 400m Traditional Track

INDIVIDUAL ENDURANCE AWARDS

TEAM ENDURANCE AWARDS PACE TRAINING RELAYS MARATHON ENDURANCE AWARDS ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

BLEEP TEST RELAYS*

WALKING ACTIVITIES

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*Note: Bleep Test Relays can be done on any suitable outdoor area such as a playground or sports field.

1) 50m Linear Track The linear course is marked out using six cones and five discs set as shown. Multiple tracks may be set out side by side. The tracks should be placed at least three metres apart. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE 9m 10m 10m 10m Small discs marking the mid 5m section

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Can be used for: Aviva UKA Academy Endurance Awards Pace training Relays Pursuits Walking activities

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