The purpose of this exploratory study was to identify and analyze the factors that contribute to perceived service quality, user satisfaction, and behavioral intention in covering megasporting events at the Main Media Center for the International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF) Track and Field World Championships. The data were collected…

Factor analysis of performance in Olympic decathlon events reveals four basic functions expressed in sprints, throwing events, distance runs, and jumping events: running speed, explosive arm strength, running endurance, and explosive leg strength. (MJB)

This study sought to determine to what extent the setting of university records in objectively measurable performances in track and field, and in swimming, exceeded normal probability during the positive phases of the record setters' biorhythm cycle. According to the biorhythm theory, the positive period of these cycles would be the best times for…

Training for distance running over a long period produces meaningful changes in the running mechanics of experienced runners, as revealed in this longitudinal study of the biomechanical components of stride length, stride rate, stride time, and support and nonsupport time. (MB)

This volume is divided into seven parts; an introductory section (which includes a discussion of girls and women in track and field as well as principles of conditioning and training) and sections on running, hurdling, jumping, throwinq, pentathlon, beginning a track and field program, and managing and planning aspects. In each section, where…