Introduction: Basic track and field training is a highly researched topic by Chinese track and field experts. In basic training, physique can be effectively improved through physical training. In basic training, athletes can also achieve coordinated development in strength, speed, endurance, flexibility and coordination. Methods Literature review. Results The best opportunity for physical development must be acquired through the skills learnt during training. With the application of technology, Chinese track and field athletes would be competitive on a world scale. Discussion Firstly, speed quality is the core for track and field athletes. This characteristic can be improved when the athletes are aged between 10 and 12 years , therefore, full use should be made of the sensitive growth period to strengthen reacting speed and action speed in the training. Secondly, power is the indispensable important quality of basic training, as it is determined by strength and speed. The literature suggests that the 11 and 12 year old age category is the best period for developing endurance quality, mainly through developing the ability with less intensity and longer duration. Finally, coordination developmental quality not only promotes athletes to grasp skills quickly but it also has great importance to their future development.
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