Short Track -

Due to the unique physical demands of the sport, short track athletes use highly specialized gear as detailed by US Speedskating and NBC Olympics :

: Races take place on a 111.12-meter oval track, which is roughly the size of a standard ice hockey rink. Short Track

: Because of the high risk of falls at extreme speeds, the rink's boards are padded with thick mats to ensure safety. Due to the unique physical demands of the