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Hurdling requires both great running speed and excellent technique. Good hurdlers "run through" hurdles rather than jumping over them. Hurdlers will generally go over the hurdles using the same lead leg each time.

The start of the 300mh is at the second curve, start of the back stretch. There are 15 hurdles in total.

Greats: Edwin Corley Moses

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Born in Dayton, Ohio, Moses accepted an academic scholarship to Morehouse College in Atlanta and majored in physics and engineering while competing for the school track team. Morehouse did not have its own track, so he used public high school facilities around the city to train.

Adidas Men's Meteor

The Adidas Meteor sprint track spike combines a lace and zipper stretch closure system for a sock-like fit. The sleek, low profile design is made for the competitive sprinter or hurdler who seeks a flexible sprint spike. Lightweight combination mesh and synthetic patent and metallic leather overlays. Mesh tongue with eyelet lace side tabs. Stretch material, zipper lace cover. Padded textile heel and ankle liner. Nylon six-spike forefoot plate. Rubber artificial shark skin heel provides enhanced traction on rubberized surfaces. Wt. 7.0 oz.

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» Edwin C. Moses - bio.
» Edwin C. Moses - article

Initially, Moses competed mostly in the 180-yard hurdles and 440-yard dash. Before March, 1976, he ran only one 400-meter hurdles race, but once he began focusing on the event he made remarkable progress. His trademark technique was to take 13 steps between all the hurdles (or even 12 between some hurdles), pulling away in the second half of the race as his rivals changed stride pattern. That summer, he qualified for the US team for the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal.

Though it was his first international meet, Moses won the gold medal and set a world record of 47.64 seconds. He was the only American male in Montreal to win an individual track and field gold medal.

Nike Women's Zoom Jana Star

An entry-level, women's only spike. Designed, tested and developed for female athletes competing in the 400-3,200 meters, jumping and hurdling. Lightweight and breathable mesh upper. Soft lightweight Ecsaine and synthetic overlays add support. Full-length EVA wedge midsole. Minimalistic four-spike plate offers traction. Durable rubber heel works on dirt, in any weather, indoor and asphalt tracks. Wt. 5.0 oz.

Greats: Faní Halkiá

Fani Halkia won the gold medal at the 2004 Olympic games. The victory was all the more memorable for Fani as it came in front of her home fans. In the semi-final on the 22nd August Halkia had set a new Olympic record of 52.77, eclipsing the previous best of 52.82 set by Jamaica's Deon Hemmings at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.

Nike Men's Pro Basic Tight

The sport-driven Nike Pro Basic tight is a supportive, ultra-comfortable first layer for any workout. Features an elastic waistband for instant comfort. Flat-seam construction ensures a chafe-free fit. Swoosh design trademark heat transfer at lower left leg. Dri-FIT® 82% polyester/18% spandex fabric pulls moisture away from your skin for quick-drying comfort. Imported.

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Nike Women's Pro Fitted Tight

The Nike Pro Fitted Tight with gusset has high compression fit throughout and can be used as an under layer or outer layer. Internal drawcord for adjustability. Side-seamless construction reduces areas of irritation and provides sleek fit. Superior moisture management and feel against the skin using ultrafine microfiber technology. All seams use a marrow stich technique that is ultra soft and flat with superior durability. All internal labeling uses heat transfer technology. Heat transfer Swoosh design trademark appears at lower front hem. Dri-FIT® 68% polyester/32% spandex jersey. 27" inseam. Imported.

Where to get it:
» Niketown
» Nike.com
» Footlocker
» Eastbay
» Ernst Sporting Goods
» Dick's Sporting Goods

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