Introduction Middle-distance running events are track races longer than sprints, ranging from 500 metres up to two miles (3218.688 metres). The standard middle distances are the 800 metres, 1500 metres and mile run, although the 3000 metres may also be classified as a middle-distance event. The 1500 m came about as a result of running… Read More
Introduction Running your first race can be scary yet exciting. With proper training and preparation, you can successfully complete any distance while avoiding injury. Follow this quick guide to train for and reach the finish line at your first competitive running event. Assess Your Current Fitness Level Before starting a training plan, honestly assess your… Read More
Introduction Gunhild Hoffmeister (born 06 July 1944) is a retired East German middle-distance runner. She competed at the 1972 and 1976 Olympics and won two silver and one bronze medal, becoming the only German distance runner to win three Olympic medals. Together with Hans Grodotzki she is the only German runner to win two medals… Read More
Introduction László Tábori (06 July 1931 to 23 May 2018) was a Hungarian middle- and long-distance runner, best known for equalling the 1500 metres world record and placing 4th in that event at the 1956 Summer Olympics. Early Career and Rise to Fame Tábori was born in Košice. Although he had already taken up running… Read More
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