Sprints, marathons and hikes
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Preparing for a #sprint. Photo by William Stitt on UnsplashA sprint is when you run as fast as you can a short distance. You exhaust as much energy as you can in what can be described as a focused explosion. The goal is set (typically 100, 200 or 400 meters away) and the track is planned and designed to optimize for speed. The goal of a sprint is to finish as fast as possible (on time).A #marathon is a long distance run with a clear goal. You know from the beginning how long you will run and which path to take. Conservation of energy is a concern but you still have to keep a high pace. Collapsing at the finishing line is a legit strategy because the goal of a marathon is to finish it on time and on budget. You carry no extra weight to be able to reach this goal.Photo by Pietro Rampazzo on (...)