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Long-distance running, or endurance running, is a form of continuous running over distances of at least 3 km (1.9 mi). Physiologically, it is largely aerobic in nature and requires stamina as well as mental strength.
Interval training is a type of training exercise that involves a series of high-intensity workouts interspersed with rest or break periods. The high-intensity periods are typically at or close to anaerobic exercise, while the recovery periods involve activity of lower intensity. [1]
A marathon is always measured by the same distance: 26.2 miles, but the time it takes to finish depends on your fitness level, training and the course itself.
Fartlek is a middle and long-distance runner's training approach developed in the late 1930s by Swedish Olympian Gösta Holmér. [1] It has been described as a relatively unscientific blending of continuous training (e.g., long slow distance training), with its steady pace of moderate-high intensity aerobic intensity, [2] and interval training, with its “spacing of more intense exercise and ...
Running in humans is associated with improved health and life expectancy. [4] It is hypothesized that the ancestors of humankind developed the ability to run for long distances about 2.6 million years ago, probably to hunt animals. [5] [6] Competitive running grew out of religious festivals in various areas.
Road running is the sport of running on a measured course over an established road. This differs from track and field on a regular track and cross country running over natural terrain. These events are usually classified as long-distance according to athletics terminology, with races typically ranging from 5 kilometers to 42.2 kilometers in the ...
He led efforts to accurately measure and certify long distance road race courses in the United States. Jim Fixx – author of the 1977 best-selling book, The Complete Book of Running . He helped start America's fitness revolution, popularizing the sport of running and demonstrating the health benefits of regular jogging.
Download as PDF; Printable version; In other projects ... Pages in category "Long-distance running disciplines" ... 25K run; 3000 metres; 3200 metres;