The Running Channel Podcast 83: 2024 Paralympic Games - Classifications System & What To Expect in Paris
Aug 31, 2024
Get ready for the 2024 Summer Paralympics in Paris! The hosts delve into the fascinating athlete classification system that sets Paralympic events apart. They share amusing Strava art mishaps and discuss the hot topic of tattoo regulations for athletes. Enjoy light-hearted banter about their Eiffel Tower experiences and a motivational story about a runner completing 30 marathons in 30 days. Plus, they highlight strategies to inspire youth in athletics while keeping the atmosphere fun and engaging!
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Sarah's Run Club Fall
- Sarah Hartley embarrassingly fell multiple times during her first London run club session in front of new running friends.
- Despite the fall, everyone was supportive, showing that trying new things is worth the risk of humiliation.
Paralympic Classification Explained
- The Paralympic classification system is complex with no universal system; classifications differ by sport.
- Athletics classifications include T for track and F for field events with number ranges indicating impairment type and severity.
Tech Boosts Paralympic Performance
- Prosthetic blades enable Paralympians to compete at very fast sprint speeds, close to Olympic records.
- Technology and materials development in prosthetics have greatly advanced athletic performance for disabled athletes.