Runs start and finishes

Runs start and finishes:

In short distance races, 3 types of starts recognise:

1.bunch start 

2. medium start

3. elongated start

1. Bunch start:

For this type of start the distance between blocks should be 8 to 10 inches. The next block should be 19 inches away from the starting line. An antlete bends in the block in forward direction so that the toes of his back foot and the heel of the forward foot are in the same line.

This type of start provides high elevetation, a favourable body lean and a faster foot action.

2.Medium start:

In this start the distance between blocks is from 10 to 13 inches and between first block and the starting line is about 15 inches. In this the knee of the rear leg is about opposite the toe of the front foot. This is more common start among athletes.

3. Elongated start:

In this start athlete place the front foot about 13 inches from starting line abd the rear foot about 41 inches from it. The knee of the rear leg is placed opposite the heel of the front foot, while kneeling on the mark. this start is rarely used.