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1️⃣ Where did the ancient Olympics take place?
👉 Olympia
2️⃣ How often were the ancient Olympics held?
👉 Every 4 years
3️⃣ Which Greek god were the Olympics dedicated to?
👉 Zeus
4️⃣ What did Olympic winners receive as a prize?
👉 An olive wreath
5️⃣ What was the name of the long-distance race in the ancient Olympics?
👉 Dolichos
6️⃣ What was the special agreement to stop fighting before the Olympics?
👉 A truce
7️⃣ Who started the modern Olympic Games?
👉 Pierre de Coubertin
8️⃣ What do the five Olympic rings represent?
👉 The five continents
9️⃣ What is the name of the special swimsuit swimmers wear to go faster?
👉 Tech suit
🔟 What does biomechanics study?
👉 How the body moves
1️⃣1️⃣ What do athletes eat for energy before a race?
👉 Carbohydrates
1️⃣2️⃣ Why do athletes drink water during competitions?
👉 To stay hydrated
1️⃣3️⃣ What does psychology help athletes with?
👉 Mental strength
1️⃣4️⃣ How does motion capture help athletes?
👉 It studies movements to improve performance
1️⃣5️⃣ What do scientists use to study an athlete’s speed?
👉 High-speed cameras
1️⃣ What is the study of how the body reacts to exercise?
👉 Physiology
