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Title: Technical Analysis of the Phases of Racewalking in Athletics

Subject: Athletics / Sports Biomechanics fases de la marcha en atletismo

Introduction Racewalking is a distinctive discipline in athletics that combines endurance with strict technical regulations. Unlike running, racewalking requires the athlete to maintain continuous contact with the ground and keep the supporting leg straight from the moment of first contact until the vertical upright position. Understanding the biomechanical phases of racewalking is essential for optimizing performance and avoiding disqualification. This paper breaks down the racewalking cycle into two primary phases: the single-support phase and the double-support phase, along with the critical transitional movements. Title: Technical Analysis of the Phases of Racewalking


B. Fase de Apoyo Medio (Mid-Support / Vertical Upright)

4. Fase de Balanceo o Recuperación (Swing / Recovery Phase)

For the leg that is not on the ground (the swinging leg). From: Foot flat on the ground to the


2. Fase Aérea (o de Vuelo)

Es el periodo brevísimo en el que ningún pie toca el suelo. Aunque visualmente parece que el marchador siempre toca el suelo, biomecánicamente existe un momento de "vuelo" que debe ser muy corto para no ser sancionado por "pérdida de contacto".


2. Fase de Apoyo Simple (Single Support)

Esta fase comienza cuando el pie toca el suelo y termina cuando el pie contralateral despega. Es el momento de mayor estabilidad.