TheETG applied sport sciences…..
“The aim of this study was to describe the pacing distribution during 6 editions of the world cross-country championships.”
“Data from the 768 male runners participating from 2007 to 2013 were considered for this study.”
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“A significant general decrease in speed by lap was also found.”
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“…..a much more stable pacing pattern should be considered to maximize final position.”
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“Top-10 finishers in the world cross-country championships tend to display a more even pace than the rest of the finishers, whose general behavior shows a positive (fast-to-slow) pattern.”
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J.Esteve-Lanao, et al
Running World Cross-Country Championships: A Unique Model for Pacing
International Journal Of Sport Physiology & Performance….Volume 9 #6…..November 2014….page 1000 – 1005