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Long-distance running as a form of tradition or ceremony is known among the Hopi and Tarahumara people, among others. [4] [5] In the sport of athletics, long-distance events are defined as races covering 3 km (1.9 mi) and above.
Long-distance relay races (1 C, 11 P) S. Skyrunning competitions (6 C, 43 P) U. Ultramarathons (5 C, 49 P) V. Vertical kilometer running competitions (1 C, 12 P) W.
Race courses are usually held on the streets of major cities and towns but can be on any road. World Athletics recognizes eleven common distances for road races that are eligible to be counted for records if they meet the eligibility criteria: 1 mile (1,609.3 m), 5 kilometres (3.1 mi), 10 kilometres (6.2 mi), 15 kilometres (9.3 mi), 10 miles (16.1 km), 20 kilometres (12.4 mi), half marathon ...
Long-distance running competitions (18 C, 42 P) S. Ski marathons (2 C, 29 P) Pages in category "Long-distance races" This category contains only the following page.
A pacemaker or pacesetter, sometimes informally called a rabbit, [1] is a runner who leads a middle-or long-distance running event for the first section to ensure a high speed and to avoid excessive tactical racing. Pacemakers are frequently employed by race organisers for world record attempts with specific instructions for lap times. Some ...
Long-distance racing or long-distance events may refer to: Long-distance running ... Endurance race (disambiguation) Race stage; Racing; Rallying This page was last ...
There are three typical types of sled dog races: sprint, mid-distance, and long-distance. These types can be broken down into sub-types. Sprint races cover relatively short distances of 4 to 25 miles/day, mid-distance races cover a total of 100 to 300 miles, and long-distance races cover 300 miles to more than 1,000 miles.
Long-distance running competitions (18 C, 42 P) D. Long-distance running disciplines (4 C, 15 P) M. Mountain running (5 C, 7 P) R. Road running (10 C, 4 P)