300 meter hurdles Race
- Track
- Hurdles
The 300 metres hurdles is a sprint hurdle event primarily run by youth and junior athletes. It is a shortened version of the 400 metres hurdles and combines sprint speed with endurance and technical hurdle clearance.
Athletes run three-quarters of a lap around the track, clearing 8 evenly spaced hurdles. The event demands consistent stride patterns, precise timing, and efficient technique to maintain speed while clearing obstacles.
Though shorter than the 400m hurdles, it is still a physically demanding race that tests rhythm, coordination, and energy distribution.
Key Demands and Challenges:
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Balancing sprinting speed with smooth and accurate hurdle technique.
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Maintaining high energy output without overexertion.
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Executing optimal step patterns between hurdles, often 13 to 17 steps.
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Mental discipline to follow race plan under physical fatigue.
Basic laws:
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Distance: 300 metres (three-quarters of the track lap).
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Number of hurdles: typically 8 hurdles.
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Hurdle height varies by category (e.g., 91.4 cm for boys, 76.2 cm for girls).
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Athletes must stay in their lane and cleanly clear each hurdle.
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Hitting hurdles is allowed but should not interfere with others.
