Ready, steady, go!

Pro Tip 1/3

Race Start Signal

Used as a traditional sequence before starting a race to ensure fairness.

Runners lined up, heard 'Ready, steady, go!' and bolted.

Pro Tip 2/3

Sequential Commands

Reflects a series of commands to prepare, get set in position, and then start.

The sprinters crouched down at 'Ready, steady,' and sprinted at 'go!'.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not a Starting Pistol

Although it initiates action, 'Ready, steady, go!' is informal and less abrupt than a starting pistol.

At the charity race, 'Ready, steady, go!' replaced the louder pistol start.