The 3200M relay includes one of the most runners in a track competition. Runners start in the same spot as in a 400 meter relay. Typically, the initial triangles are blue, yellow, or white. Following the completion of the first lap by the first runner, the official arranges the following group of runners in order of placing, such as first or second. Gather your crew. As with all track events, it's important to communicate with your teammates and know where they will be positioned before you go into the starting block. Then it's time to hit the tape! The leader of the relay starts at the whistle and runs as fast as he can around the track. He/she tries to get back to the start line before the next runner so that everyone has covered the same distance. When the leader reaches the start/finish line, he/she hands the baton off to the next person in line. That person repeats the same process until all members of the team have passed the finish line. The last member of the team to cross the line gets a final burst of energy from their teammates and yells "Go!" as they approach the finish line. Then it's showtime! As the last runner approaches the line, they swing their arms in the air for effect (although this is not required by law). At the sound of the horn, they dive down towards the ground and slide into position under the tape along with their teammates. That's how a 3200M relay works! It's an exciting race with many twists and turns.