Estejänä

Estejänä is a Finnish term that translates to "obstacle runner" or "hurdler" in English. It refers to an athlete who participates in the sport of hurdling, a track and field discipline. In this event, competitors race over a set of obstacles known as hurdles placed at regular intervals on the track. The objective is to clear each hurdle without knocking it over and to cross the finish line in the shortest possible time.

There are several standard hurdle distances and heights in athletics, varying for men and women, as well as for different age groups. Common events include the 110-meter hurdles for men, the 100-meter hurdles for women, and the 400-meter hurdles for both men and women. The technique involved in running hurdles requires a combination of speed, agility, and precise timing. Athletes must develop a fluid stride pattern and learn to efficiently clear each hurdle without losing momentum. The specific stride pattern and hurdle clearance technique can vary between athletes.

Estejänä is a demanding sport that tests an athlete's physical and mental capabilities. Success in this discipline requires rigorous training, focusing on speed work, strength conditioning, and practicing hurdle technique. The sport has a long history and is a popular event in major athletic competitions worldwide, including the Olympic Games and World Athletics Championships.