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a long-distance athletic event where competitors must maintain contact with the ground and keep their leading leg straight

Ex: Race walking can be as physically demanding as running.
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a type of race that takes place on natural outdoor surfaces such as fields, hills, and woods

Ex: Many people enjoy cross-country running because it combines physical activity with beautiful scenery .
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a form of long-distance running that takes place on paved roads

Ex: Road running shoes are designed to provide cushioning and support for hard surfaces .
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a running distance that is longer than a standard marathon

Ex: He completed an ultra running race through rugged mountain terrain.
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a sport that involves using acrobatic movements to navigate obstacles and terrain, often in urban environments, with an emphasis on creativity and self-expression

Ex: After watching a freerunning video , he was inspired to try jumping over fences and sliding under bars .
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cadence
[noun]

(running) the number of steps in every one minute

Ex: She focused on matching her breathing pattern to her cadence to maximize performance .
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(running) the way the foot makes contact with the ground during each stride

Ex: The runner focused on maintaining a soft footstrike to reduce stress on his joints.
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tempo run
[noun]

a sustained effort at a comfortably hard pace, typically faster than a runner's normal training pace

Ex: The tempo run helped her get accustomed to running at a faster pace for longer distances .
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a sustained period of continuous running at a moderate to high intensity

Ex: His dedication to long-distance running earned him a spot on the national team .
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a racing strategy in which the runner runs faster in the second half comparing to the first half of the race

Ex: Running a negative split is often considered a sign of effective race strategy and fitness.
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run
[noun]

a race where participants move swiftly on foot to reach a specific distance or finish line

Ex: He placed third in the 10 K charity run, raising funds for cancer research .
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the euphoric feeling experienced after a challenging run due to the release of endorphins

Ex: Running in the crisp morning air always gives me a fantastic runner's high.
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the running races ranging from 800 meters to 1,500 meters in length

Ex: His training regimen focuses on optimizing performance in middle-distance running.
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sprint
[noun]

a type of running in which one runs full speed in a short distance

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to run
[Verb]

to run for doing exercise or as a sport

Ex: As a form of stress relief, she often takes a break during lunch to run around the block.
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