DESCRIPTION OF SPORT

Marathon is one of the most popular sports in this world. Marathon is a long-distance race with
an official distance of 42.195 kilometer (26 miles 385 yards). It usually run as a road race. It
appeals to all age group and it is not a gender specific sport. The marathon can be completed by
running or with a run/walk strategy. The marathon was one of the original modern Olympic
events in 1896, though the distance did not become standardized until 1921. More than 800
marathons are held throughout the world each year, with the vast majority of competitors being
recreational athletes, as larger marathons can have tens of thousands of participants.

The table below describes the characteristic, dominant energy system used, energy supplier and
the limiting factor of the sport:

Sport Characteristic Long Distance Event (High Aerobic Capacity)

Dominant Energy System 10% Anaerobic Lactic

90% Aerobic

Energy Supplier Aerobic System

Limiting Factor Aerobic Capacity

MAIN OBJECTIVE

To achieve top 5 in open marathon competition.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE

Energy System

- To add more aerobic power and capacity

 - To improve the oxygen intake

Physical Preparation

- To lose weight and keep the body healthy

- To improve muscular endurance and fitness

Technical Preparation

- To improve the method of running

- To improve running for 30 minutes in respiratory ease

Tactical Preparation

- To improve the time record over the time

- Faster recovery during each training