8 Terms
Contributors in Track and field
Track and field
Supplex®
Sports; Track and field
A high-performance nylon fabric common in performance athletic wear and notable for its sturdy, cotton-like feel, moisture wicking abilities and quick dry time; brand name of DuPont®
United States Olympic Committee (USOC)
Sports; Track and field
US organization that governs the Olympic Games
VO2max
Sports; Track and field
Also called maximal aerobic capacity; maximum amount of oxygen that can be utilized by the body; higher V02max generally equals better performance; can be improved with training but has a genetic ...
Todd Williams
Sports; Track and field
Currently one of the top US distance runners; American record holder at 15K; 2-time Olympian
World Championships
Sports; Track and field
Running and track and field championships held once every 2 years; almost as prestigious as the Olympics
Athletes Helping Athletes (AHA)
Sports; Track and field
The world-class marathon training and fundraising program that benefits challenged athletes.
