Origin: The sport of running is undeniably the most ancient form of athletic competition. The mythological invention of the sport is found in such legends as that of Herakles. The sport is so ancient that it is impossible to clarify its exact time and place of its origin. Because of the strong connection between ancient Greek mythology and the sport of running, it is no great surprise that this sport was considered to be of major importance. Children were educated at an early age in the techniques and philosophies of the sport of running, a sport which was established as a permanent feature in children's education. |
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Equipment: Another piece of important equipment was the hysplex, a device constructed to ensure that all runners started at the same time.
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Types
and Rules of the Game
All
runners were to start at the same time, under a specific word of
command. |
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There was a code of honors all competitors kept. This code consisted of several basic principles of competition. These principles were not hindering other opponents by pushing, knocking, or holding them, and above all others, refraining from bribery or magic spells. |
Characteristics of
a Good Runner |
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