Athletes competed in five events — discus throw, javelin throw, running, long jump, and wrestling.
History of Ancient Greece: Understanding the context surrounding the emergence of Pentathlon.
Pentathlon: A detailed study of the five events that make up the sport.
Athletics: The study of track and field events, among which the Pentathlon is derived.
Combat Sports: An insight into Greek combat sports such as wrestling and boxing.
Gymnastics: A study of the different gymnastic events, which feature in the ancient Pentathlon.
Strategy and Tactics: An understanding of the strategy and tactics employed in the different events.
Athletes: An analysis of famous Pentathletes and their achievements.
Training Techniques: The methods used to train for Pentathlons.
Equipment: An understanding of the equipment, including weaponry, employed in each event.
Olympic Games: An overview of the ancient Olympic Games, including its history and evolution.
Long jump: The athlete had to jump as far as possible from a standing position without a run-up.
Javelin throw: The athlete had to throw a javelin as far as possible.
Discus throw: The athlete had to throw a heavy discus as far as possible.
Foot race: The athlete had to run a distance of approximately 200 yards.
Wrestling: The athlete had to wrestle with their opponent until they were thrown to the ground three times.