kergejõustikut

Kergejõustik, commonly known as athletics, is a collection of sports involving the performance of athletic achievements. These achievements fall into several categories: running, jumping, throwing, and walking. The term "kergejõustik" itself is Estonian, translating to "light athletics" or "track and field." It is one of the most ancient and widely practiced sports globally, with its origins tracing back to the ancient Olympic Games.

The core disciplines within kergejõustik are diverse and demanding, requiring a blend of strength, speed, endurance, and technique. Running events include sprints like the 100m and 200m, middle-distance races such as the 800m and 1500m, and long-distance events including the 5000m and 10000m. Marathons and race walking are also significant components. Jumping events test an athlete's vertical and horizontal power, featuring the high jump, pole vault, long jump, and triple jump. Throwing events focus on explosive power and technique, with the shot put, discus throw, hammer throw, and javelin throw being the primary disciplines. Combined events, such as the decathlon for men and heptathlon for women, challenge athletes to excel across multiple disciplines. Kergejõustik is a cornerstone of major sporting events like the Olympic Games and the World Athletics Championships, showcasing the pinnacle of human athletic performance.