The specifications for some events and various implements change with the age of the competitor. This allows for the changes in ability as we progress through the age groups. Included in the technical specifications is the order in which events are contested in the multi-event competitions. While WMA rules generally follow WA (formerly IAAF) rules there are differences as set out here. Technical Specifications PDF to download
WORLD MASTERS ATHLETICS COMPETITION RULES
Hurdles Specifications
| Age Group | Distance (m) | Hurdle Height (m) | No of Hurdles | To First Hurdle (m) | Between Hurdles (m) | To Finish (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men: Long | ||||||
| 30-49 | 400 | .914 | 10 | 45 | 35 | 40 |
| 50-59 | 400 | .840 | 10 | 45 | 35 | 40 |
| 60-69 | 300 | .762 | 7 | 50 | 35 | 40 |
| 70-79 | 300 | .686 | 7 | 50 | 35 | 40 |
| 80+ | 200 | .686 | 5 | 20 | 35 | 40 |
Steeplechase Specifications
| Women | Men | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age | Distance | Height | Age | Distance | Height |
| 30+ | 2,000m | 0.762m | 35-59 | 3,000m | 0.914m |
| 60+ | 2,000m | 0.762m | |||
Steeplechase – WMA will survey all the regions and member federations this year (2023) to see the rate of installation of the new steeplechase barrier height (M35-59 – 0.838m). All countries currently can adhere to the ‘old’ specifications, records will only be endorsed to those until changes are approved by the WMA Council.’
Combined Events Specifications
Combined Events Scoring as of 2023
| Pentathlon | Decathlon | Heptathlon | Throws Pentathlon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women: 100m, Shot Put, Long Jump, Javelin, 800m Men: Long Jump, Javelin, 200m, Discus, 1500m | Day 1: 100m, Long Jump, Shot, High Jump, 400m Day 2: Hurdles, Discus, Pole Vault, Javelin, 1500m | Day 1: Hurdles, High Jump, Shot Put, 200m Day 2: Long Jump, Javelin, 800m | All Women & Men Hammer, Shot Put, Discus, Javelin, Weight |
Throwing Implements Specifications
- Detailed Specifications Of Throwing Implements
- Indoor Throwing Implement Specification Appendix A – Indoor Weight – P30
- Suggested colour coding of throwing implements
- Specifications and Rules for Single Arm Weight
- Specifications and Rules for Heavy Weight Pentathlon
| Hammer (kg) | Shot (kg) | Discus (kg) | Javelin (gm) | Weight (kg) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men | |||||
| 30-49 | 7.26 | 7.26 | 2.00 | 800 | 15.880 (35lb) |
| 50-59 | 6.00 | 6.00 | 1.50 | 700 | 11.340 (25lb) |
| 60-69 | 5.00 | 5.00 | 1.00 | 600 | 9.080 (20lb) |
| 70-79 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 1.00 | 500 | 7.260 (16lb) |
| 80+ | 3.00 | 3.00 | 1.00 | 400 | 5.450 (12lb) |
