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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.
Guide to Distance Running: World Publications: 1972: no ISBN [6] Sheehan, George: The Encyclopedia of Athletic Medicine: World Publications: 1972: no ISBN: Originally in Runner's World issue 12 [7] Anderson, Bob: The Complete Runner: World Publications: 1974: ISBN 978-0-89037-041-4 [8] Henderson, Joe: Run Gentle, Run Long: World Publications ...
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.
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.
The RRCA American Long Distance Running Hall of Fame was established in 1971. Its members "have made significant contributions to the sport of long distance running either through excellence in the sport or significant contributions to the sport."
The Craft CTM Ultra 3 is the shoe you want to wear when you’re trying to run long-distance, but do it as fast as possible. This shoe is 9.3 ounces, and features firm cushioning that is responsive.
Ted Corbitt (January 31, 1919 – December 12, 2007) [2] [3] [4] was an American long-distance runner. The first African-American to run the marathon at the Summer Olympics (the 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, Finland) and the founding president of New York Road Runners, Corbitt is often called "the father of American long distance running."
This pacing style is about putting in a lot of effort for a long period of time. [8] The greater the intensity that is put into the run will carry out into the finish of this run. Many runners attack the 400 meter dash at the full 100%, but by starting with a medium to high running pace such as 75%, it then works up to all out, to about 100%. [9]