põhijõustikku

Põhijõustikku is an Estonian term that translates to "main athletics" or "core athletics." It refers to the fundamental disciplines within the sport of athletics, which are typically categorized into track and field events. These core disciplines form the foundation of athletic training and competition and are broadly divided into running, jumping, and throwing events.

Running events encompass a wide range of distances, from short sprints like the 100 meters to longer endurance races such as the marathon. Hurdles and steeplechase races are also considered running disciplines, requiring both speed and technical skill. Jumping events involve athletes testing their vertical or horizontal leap. The most common are the high jump, long jump, triple jump, and pole vault. Throwing events challenge athletes to propel an implement as far as possible. These include the shot put, discus throw, hammer throw, and javelin throw.

These põhijõustikku disciplines are central to the sport of athletics and are featured prominently in major international competitions like the Olympic Games and World Athletics Championships. They are often the first events introduced to aspiring athletes due to their fundamental nature and the wide range of physical attributes they develop, including speed, strength, agility, coordination, and endurance. Training in these core areas provides a comprehensive athletic base that can be further specialized into more advanced or niche athletic pursuits.