Running is very beneficial for human health. During a run, the human body receives the necessary physical activity, which allows you to keep all muscles in good shape. Running also makes a person more enduring and strong, brings great benefits to the heart and cardiovascular system, significantly improves the robot's head and helps to quickly cleanse the body.
Among other things, running is one of the most effective ways to combat excess weight. Unfortunately, many people neglect this simple but very useful activity, which is not entirely correct. After all, systematic jogging is the first step towards a correct and healthy lifestyle.
Description of the marathon "White Nights"
This is a popular international marathon held in St. Petersburg. In 2013, the White Nights marathon took an honorable second place, which deserves great respect.
Location
The international marathon "White Nights" is held every summer (end of June) in the glorious city of St. Petersburg.
History
This marathon dates back to 1990, which is quite a long time ago. And over the course of 27 years, he never lost his popularity, but only on the contrary gained new fans, which cannot but rejoice. The name of the marathon is not accidental, because initially the race was held at night.
Running in such an environment is a delight. But over time, the night organization of this event became more troublesome and the race was postponed to the morning, which, in principle, is more correct and useful.
Distances
The route along which the race is held is quite interesting. The marathon starts directly from the center of St. Petersburg, then the runners run past the Peter and Paul Cathedral, the Hermitage, the Winter Palace, the Bronze Horseman, the cruiser Aurora and other equally fascinating local attractions.
It is very pleasant to run past such impressive views. A runner looking at the beauty around him does not feel tired at all. Some participants in the marathon take cameras for the race. After all, many come here not only for the sake of participating in the White Nights race, but also in order to combine this useful exercise with a pleasant and rhythmic excursion.
Organizers
The organizers of this wonderful race are the Committee for Physical Culture and Sports of St. Petersburg, the Athletics Federation of St. Petersburg and, of course, the general sponsor of this event is the insurance company ERGO.
Marathon participants
Anyone who has medical clearance to participate in the race can become a participant in this event.
Men and women born in 1997 are allowed to participate in the marathon. and older. Participants born in 2002 are allowed for a distance of 10 km. Distance 42 km 195 m - 7,000 participants. Distance 10 km - 6,000 participants.
Cost of participation
- for citizens of the Russian Federation - from 1000 to 1500 rubles;
- for foreigners - from 1,546 - 2,165 rubles;
- for foreigners 10 km - from 928 - 1,546 rubles;
- for citizens of the Russian Federation 10 km - from 700 - 1000 rubles.
It is important to know that WWII participants and residents of besieged Leningrad can take part in the race for free.
How do I apply?
In order to take part in the White Nights marathon, you need to register early at this address: Yubileiny Sports Palace, Dobrolyubova Avenue, 18. You can see the registration date here: http://www.wnmarathon.ru/ rus-registr.php.
Reviews
Every year I take part in this race. What can I tell you, the impressions are just going through the roof. While running, I seem to be transported to another dimension. A bunch of people are running nearby with the same purpose as yours. He also introduced his wife to this event. I am very glad that this is being held in my country.
Ivan
I have been participating in this marathon for 5 years. My dad also ran in it. I love my relatives and try to maintain the tradition of my parents. We run with the whole family.
Karina
I am a professional athlete and have been doing athletics every day for 5 years. Therefore, this event brings me tremendous pleasure. Running in your own city next to ideological people is more than pleasant. I am very glad that there is such a competition in my city.
Olya
I share with all the previous speakers their admiration. This is really very helpful and enjoyable.
In general, exercise, maintain a healthy lifestyle and participate in sports like this. Set the right example for your children.
Stepan
