athlete: starting block

Starting block: device made up of two adjustable pedals that allow sprinters to give themselves momentum during a start.

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.

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.