multi-sport
Across athletic categories
Multi-sport describes activities, events, or athletes involving more than one sport.
A multi-sport athlete competes in multiple disciplines rather than specializing.
Multi-sport events like the Olympics or triathlons combine several sports into one competition.
Multi-sport facilities accommodate various athletic activities under one roof.
Ten-event track and field contest
- pentathlonFive-event athletic competition
- heptathlonSeven-sport athletic competition
- biathlonTwo-sport winter competition
- triathlonThree-event endurance contest
Multi-activity fitness approach
- periodizationDivision into distinct periods
- versatilityCapacity for varied applications
- conditioningLearned behavioral adaptation
- base-buildingEstablishing core structures
Locomotion through water
- cyclingRiding on two wheels
- runningSwift foot travel
- kayakingNavigating slim watercraft seated
- orienteeringCompetitive terrain navigation sport
shooting · fencing · equestrian · skiing · archery · climbing · paddling · rowing
Organization with membership
- leagueAssociation or distance unit
- recreationRefreshment through leisure
- seasonalRecurring at fixed intervals
- registrationFormal recording of participation
development · fundamentals · participation · specialization · YMCA
Person competent everywhere
- versatileCapable in varied contexts
- well-roundedDeveloped in many areas
- decathleteTen-sport athlete
- triathleteThree-discipline race competitor
decathlon
Ten-event track and field contest
- pentathlonFive-event athletic competition
- heptathlonSeven-sport athletic competition
- biathlonTwo-sport winter competition
cross-training
Multi-activity fitness approach
- periodizationDivision into distinct periods
- versatilityCapacity for varied applications
- conditioningLearned behavioral adaptation
swimming
Locomotion through water
orienteering · shooting · fencing · equestrian · skiing · archery · climbing · paddling · rowing · sailing
club
Organization with membership
- leagueAssociation or distance unit
- recreationRefreshment through leisure
- seasonalRecurring at fixed intervals
registration · development · fundamentals · participation · specialization · YMCA
all-arounder
Person competent everywhere
- versatileCapable in varied contexts
- well-roundedDeveloped in many areas
- decathleteTen-sport athlete
wetsuit
Insulating garment for water
multi-sportspecialized
Adapted for particular function
specialist · one-dimensional · dedicated · focused · narrow