Marathon English

Marathon is a long-distance race that originated in ancient Greece and is also one of the most representative long-distance races in the world. Modern marathon usually refers to the long-distance race of 42. 195 km, and has become a sports event for sports enthusiasts and professional athletes all over the world.

One. Origin and history:

The origin of marathon can be traced back to 490 BC, during the war between the Greek city-state Athens and the Persian Empire. According to legend, an ancient Greek soldier named Fidipides ran about 42 kilometers and sent the battle report from the marathon area to Athens, telling the Athenians that they had defeated the Persian army. After he finished his task, he fell to the ground because of fatigue, which became the starting point of the marathon legend. This story inspired the origin of marathon.

Second, the development of marathon events:

In the past century, the form and scale of marathon have changed greatly. Modern marathon began in the early 20th century, and the first modern Olympic Games (1896) included 42.38+095km marathon. With the development of large-scale sports events such as the Olympic Games, marathon events have gradually become popular and spread all over the world.

Third, the attraction of the marathon:

Challenge and sense of accomplishment: Marathon is a great challenge to physical endurance and willpower. Completing the long-distance running of 42. 195 km is a great achievement for athletes and a great test of willpower.

Health and Exercise: Participating in the marathon exercises people's cardiopulmonary function, endurance and muscle strength, which helps to improve their health and enhance their physique.

Community and friendship: Marathon usually attracts athletes from all over the world, which becomes an opportunity for people from all cultures and backgrounds to get together, and also contributes to friendship and community unity.

Charity: Many marathon events cooperate with charities. Participants can contribute to charity by raising sponsorship fees, making the marathon more meaningful to society.

Fourth, world-famous marathon events:

Boston Marathon: It started at 1897 and is one of the oldest modern marathons in the world.

London Marathon: Founded in 198 1, it is one of the series events of the World Marathon Professional Competition, attracting the world's top athletes to participate.

New York Marathon: Starting from 1970, it is one of the largest marathon races in the world, attracting more than 50,000 participants every year.

Berlin Marathon: Founded in 1974, it is famous for its flat track and the opportunity to set a world record.