How can I participate in Airtel Delhi half-marathon?

How To Participate

  1. Registrations start on 30th October 2020 at 7 pm (IST)
  2. You can choose to participate as a group or an individual after choosing your race category – Half Marathon 21.09km, Open 10K or the Great Delhi Run 5KM**
  3. Complete your details on the form and pay your registration fees.

How many km is a half-marathon?

21 kilometers
A half-marathon is 13.1 miles or 21 kilometers. This is exactly half the distance of a full marathon (26.2 miles).

Why is Boston Marathon so popular?

Begun in 1897, the event was inspired by the success of the first marathon competition in the 1896 Summer Olympics. The Boston Marathon is the world’s oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world’s best-known road racing events. It is one of six World Marathon Majors.

How should I prepare for a marathon?

The primary elements of marathon training are:

  1. Base mileage. Build your weekly mileage over time, running three-to-five times per week.
  2. The long run. Do a long run every 7–10 days so your body can adjust gradually to long distances.
  3. Speed work.
  4. Rest and recovery.

Can you walk a half marathon?

MOST MAJOR HALF MARATHONS ARE FOR RUNNERS–but walkers can do them too. One advantage of a half marathon over a full marathon is that you won’t need to spend as much time on the course. Most reasonably fit individuals should be able to walk 13.1 miles in around four hours. Doing so is fun.

Can anyone enter Boston Marathon?

These requirements apply to everyone: You must be at least 18 years old. Furthermore, you must achieve the qualifying time on a certified course approved by U.S.A. Track and Field, or the international equivalents designated by the Boston Athletic Association (BAA), which organizes the Boston Marathon.

How long is half marathon training?

around 12 weeks
Most runners, including rookies, should take around 12 weeks – or 3 months – of training to get half marathon ready.