What is hurdle jumper?

Hurdle jumping, also known as hurdling, is an athletics track and field event involving running and jumping over a series of hurdles. The event requires athletes to have a combination of speed, agility, and precision to clear the hurdles as quickly and efficiently as possible.

The sport is divided into two categories: sprint hurdles and long hurdles. Sprint hurdles are shorter distances that require athletes to clear the hurdles quickly while maintaining their speed. Long hurdles are longer distances that require athletes to jump over taller hurdles at a slower pace.

The height of the hurdles varies depending on the age and gender of the competitors, ranging from 76 cm to 107 cm for men and 76 cm to 91 cm for women. The hurdles are placed equidistantly around the track and athletes must clear them without knocking them down or touching them with their bodies.

Hurdle jumping is a popular event at international athletic meets and championships and requires high levels of specific training and technique. Some of the top athletes in this event include Colin Jackson, Sally Pearson, and Edwin Moses.