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Run for health

  • POSTED ON: 16 Dec, 2022
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  • POSTED BY: Madhumitha Srinivasan
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The marathon is a long-distance foot race with a distance of 42.195 km. The name is derived from a Greek legend that states a messenger named Phillippides, ran from Marathon to Athen to o deliver news of the victory of the battle of Marathon.

Today, it has evolved into a sport pursued by millions either professionally or recreationally. Today, more than 800 marathons are held throughout the world each year.

Marathon running is highly beneficial to our health. It improves cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance. The best part is the “runner’s high” – a boost in good mood and happiness caused by the release of endorphins from long durations of running.

Below is a sequence of a marathon race. Look at the picture clues and captions to put them in order.