jooksuvõistluse

Jooksuvõistlus, meaning "running competition" in Estonian, refers to any organized event where individuals or teams compete by running over a set distance. These events vary widely in distance, format, and participant age. Common distances include short sprints, middle-distance races, long-distance road races like marathons and half-marathons, and trail runs.

Jooksuvõistlused can be held on various surfaces, such as athletics tracks, paved roads, or unpaved trails. The organization typically involves setting a course, timing participants, and often providing awards for top finishers or age group winners. These events serve a multitude of purposes, from amateur athletic pursuit and community engagement to professional sporting championships. They are a popular way for people to stay active, challenge themselves, and participate in social gatherings.

Many jooksuvõistlused also incorporate charitable elements, with participants running to raise funds for various causes. The accessibility of running makes jooksuvõistlused a widely participated-in form of sport and recreation across Estonia and internationally. Registration and participation rules are established by the organizing body for each specific event.