Five Reasons To Race On The Track
- By Brandon Laan
- Published Jan. 31, 2012
3. Gain An Appreciation For Shorter Distances
Racing anywhere from 800 to 5,000 meters on the track will help you gain an appreciation for the kind of effort it takes for elite runners to run mind-boggling times. Next time you meet someone that “only races 5Ks” you will have a greater respect and appreciation for the intensity of his or her short-distance discipline.
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