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athlete: starting block
athlete: starting block
Starting block: device made up of two adjustable pedals that allow sprinters to give themselves momentum during a start.
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starting line
Line marking the start of the race.
lane line
White band bordering the lanes on the track.
rack
Metal bar with notches that is used to adjust the position of the starting blocks.
spike
Metal piece attached to the front part of the sole to avoid slipping on the track and achieve better thrust.
track shoe
Shoe with a spiked sole that provides good traction during a race.
running shoe
block
Piece on which runners place their feet to give themselves momentum at the start of a race.
notch
Each of the grooves used to secure the pedals.
pedal
Piece where the athlete places the feet; its angle can be adjusted.
base
Piece that supports the pedal.
anchor
Piece that secures the starting block to the track.
shorts
Very short pants covering only the top of the thighs.
number
Numbered piece of square fabric that athletes wear on their backs and chests for easy identification.
shirt
Supple, relatively tight-fitting garment covering the athlete’s upper body.