Coast to Coast Race: Durations, Categories, and Factors Influencing Finish Times
The Coast to Coast race's duration varies from approximately 10 hours 30 minutes for elite 'Longest Day' competitors to over 24 hours for two-day indi...
By Hart
Category: Endurance Sports
Browsing all articles filed under the "Endurance Sports" category.
Ultramarathon Running: Physiological Demands, Training, and Risks of 100-Mile Endurance
Highly trained individuals can run 100 miles without stopping, an extraordinary feat of human endurance requiring meticulous preparation, specific phy...
By Alex
Triathlon vs. Half Marathon: Comparing Demands, Training, and Overall Difficulty
A triathlon, even at its shortest sprint distance, generally presents a greater overall challenge than a half marathon due to its multi-sport nature, ...
By Alex
Ironman Triathlon: Average Completion Times, Influencing Factors, and Discipline Breakdown
Average Ironman triathlon completion times for age-group athletes typically range from 12 to 14 hours, encompassing a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, an...
By Alex
Half Ironman: Understanding Finish Times, Cut-Offs, and Training Strategies
To officially complete a Half Ironman, athletes must finish within the cumulative cut-off time, typically 8 hours and 30 minutes, with average complet...
By Jordan
Half Ironman Cycling: Distance, Demands, Training, and Race Day Strategy
The cycling segment of a Half Ironman triathlon, also known as an Ironman 70.3, covers a distance of 56 miles (approximately 90 kilometers).
By Jordan
Ultra Marathons vs. Marathons: Understanding the Physiological and Psychological Differences
An ultra marathon is generally harder than a marathon due to its extended duration, often more demanding terrain, amplified cumulative stress on the b...
By Hart
Ragnar Race: How It Works, Formats, and Training
A Ragnar race is an overnight team running relay where participants cover 120-200 miles through continuous, multi-leg segments, supported by a van sys...
By Hart
FTP Test: The Role of Power, Heart Rate, and How to Conduct One
While heart rate data provides valuable physiological context and insights, it is not strictly necessary for the primary calculation of your Functiona...
By Jordan
