Long-distance track event

Long-distance track event races require runners to balance their energy. Because of these types of races are very energy-consuming, one requires mental determination and aerobic conditioning, since stamina is a bigger factor than speed. A person may be considered to be minimally trained if one has trained consistently for over 10 weeks prior to running the race.

Standard long-distance events

3,000 meter steeplechase

• The 3,000 meter Steeplechase is a distance event requiring greater strength, stamina and agility than the flat 3,000 meter middle distance event. The world record for men is:

::* Saif Saeed Shaheen 7:53.63 Bruxelles 03 Sept 2004

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Saif Saeed Shaheen - Bruxelles

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For women:

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::* Gulnara Samitova 9:01.59 Heraklion 04 July 2004

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Gulnara Samitova - Heraklion - 04 July - 2004

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5,000 meters

• The 5,000 meters is considered a premier event that requires tactics and superior aerobic conditioning. Training for such an event may comprise of a total of 60-200 kilometers a week. The world record for men:

::* Kenenisa Bekele 12:37.35 2004

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For women:

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::* Elvan Abeylegesse 14:24.68 Norway 11 June 2004

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Elvan Abeylegesse - Norway - 11 June - 2004

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10,000 meters

• The 10,000 meters is the final standard track event. Most of those running such races also compete in road races and cross country running events. The world record for men:

::* Kenenisa Bekele 26:17.53 Bruxelles 26 August 2005

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Kenenisa Bekele - Bruxelles - 26 August - 2005

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For women:

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::* Wang Junxia 29:31.78 1993

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