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Long-distance track event - Definition and Overview |
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Long-distance track event races requires runners to balance their energy. Because of these kind of races are very energy-consuming, one requires mental determination and aerobic conditioning since stamina is a bigger factor than speed.
A person may be considered to be minimally trained if one has trained consistently for over 10 weeks prior to running the race.
- 3000 m Steeplechase is a distance event requiring greater strength, stamina and agility than the flat 3000 m.
- 5000 m is considered a premier event that requires tactics and superior aerobic conditioning. Training for such an event may comprise of a total of 60-200 km a week.
- 10000 m is the final standard track event. Most of those running such races also run road and cross country running.
- Longer races are rarely contested on the track, although records do exist for distances up to 1600 km (see marathons and ultramarathons).
Notable long-distance runners
Men
Women
See also
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Example Usage of Long-distance |
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