Why do marathons require registration fees? How do marathon runners arrange strength training?

Marathon events are very popular this year, and marathon events are being held in various places. Although the load of a marathon may not exceed the body's tolerance, a long and high-intensity marathon will still bring certain stimulation to your body. We all know that running a marathon is a sport that requires a lot of endurance, and long-term exercise may cause some reactions in our bodies. How marathon runners arrange strength training is very important!

Contents of this article

1. Why do marathons require registration fees?

2. How do marathon runners arrange strength training?

3. What should you pay attention to when running a marathon?

Why do marathons require registration fees?

1. Because marathon events are currently basically operated by commercial companies, they involve commercial issues and require registration fees.

2. It costs a lot of money to plan and hold a marathon. Apart from assisting with transportation and security, the government basically does not invest money in the event. It costs millions of dollars in publicity and broadcasting, especially for local events, so registration fees are paid as a source of income.

3. The clothing and food for volunteers need to be guaranteed, as well as the expenses for invited athletes, referees and prize money. There are also expenses for the maintenance of the registration system, personal equipment, insurance, etc. At present, the number of marathons in China is booming, and the registration fee is a means to ensure the professionalism of the competition.

How to arrange strength training for marathon runners

Cross-training: Cross-training allows your running muscles and joints to rest and recover, and can also build endurance and strength.

Tempo running: Tempo running can improve the anaerobic threshold and is very beneficial for long-distance runners.

Speed ​​run: After a 10-minute warm-up, run the designated distance at your expected half marathon speed. This can be monitored using running software.

Interval training: After a 10-minute warm-up, run 400 meters, then jog or walk 400 meters.

Saturday: Run the designated distance at a comfortable and talkative pace. This can also be monitored using running apps.

Sunday: This is a recovery day and you should run at an easy and comfortable pace to help relax your muscles.

What should you pay attention to when running a marathon?

Things to note when running a marathon:

1. Every 10 to 20 minutes of running, you will encounter the first "uncomfortable" stage, which is called the "first limit state". This is a normal phenomenon in the human body and the treatment method is very simple. Just slow down your running speed and adjust your breathing or walk for 2 to 3 minutes. When the "discomfort" is over, there will be no problem running again.

2. Usually, people who have not trained for a marathon will encounter the "physiological limit of exercise" in the human body when they run about 30 to 35 kilometers, including muscle pain, joint pain, extreme fatigue, and the desire to give up. If this is the case, it is best to give up the race and not to be stubborn.

3. It is best for everyone who runs a marathon to run on their own and never compare with others, otherwise it will destroy the original