The difference between long-distance running and short-distance running

Running is indeed a very good form of exercise, but there are many different types of running, and the running methods required for these types are different. Although in the eyes of outsiders, long-distance running and short-distance running are both running, so there is not much difference between them, it’s just the distance. But there is a huge difference between long-distance running and short-distance running. Let me explain to you the difference between long-distance running and short-distance running.

What is the difference between short-distance running and long-distance running?

1. Long-distance running

Long-distance running is abbreviated as long-distance running in English. The original events were 4-mile and 6-mile runs, which were gradually replaced by 5,000-meter and 10,000-meter runs starting in the mid-19th century. According to records, the earliest formal long-distance running competition in modern times was a professional competition held in London, England on April 5, 1847. Britain's Jackson won the 6-mile race with a time of 32 minutes 35.0 seconds. The Olympic Games events are the 5,000-meter and 10,000-meter races for both men and women. The men's event was included in 1912; the women's 5,000-meter race was included in 1996, and the 10,000-meter race was included in 1988.

2. Sprint

Sprinting is a type of track and field event, which generally includes: 50 meters, 60 meters, 100 meters, 200 meters, 400 meters, 4×100 meters relay, 4×400 meters relay, etc. Its sport characteristics are: people run a specified distance on a certain track at the same time and at the fastest speed, and the first person to finish is the winner; in terms of human body function energy supply, it is manifested as the human body maximizing human instincts and supplying energy through anaerobic metabolism.

3. The difference between the two:

1. Sprinting is an anaerobic exercise, while long-distance running is an aerobic exercise;

2. In track and field competitions, the rules stipulate that short distance running uses a crouching start, while long distance running uses a standing start;

3. Sprinters need to have strong explosive power, leg strength and core strength, while long-distance runners do not need explosive power but need strong endurance. Specifically, sprinters are strong and long-distance runners are well-proportioned.

4. The training methods of the two are different. Sprinting focuses on the training of stride length and frequency, while long-distance running focuses on the training of general endurance and speed endurance.