In the 1960s, women were not allowed to run marathons like the Boston Marathon. Kathrine Switzer entered the 1967 Boston Marathon under the name KV Switzer, but officials tried to remove her from the course. Women were officially allowed to run the Boston Marathon in 1972 and the Olympic marathon in 1984. Switzer ran the […]
Yiannis Kouros holds all men’s competition world records from over 100 miles to 1,600 miles. Tomoe Abe holds the women’s world record for ultramarathons. The men’s marathon world record is held by Haile Gebrselassie, and the women’s record was set by Paula Radcliffe. The first competitive race was on Mount Olympus in Ancient Greece in […]
Babe Ruth paid $20 to retrieve his 700th home run ball in 1934. He also offered the same amount for fans who caught his 500 and 600 home run balls. Despite his success, he was not included on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot by 11 voters. Ruth’s rookie card sold for $450,300 in 2013. […]
The hit-and-run is a baseball strategy where a runner attempts to steal a base while the batter hits the ball. It is used by teams with poor hitters to compensate for their lack of good ball hitting. If successful, it can result in a few more points, but if it fails, it can result in […]
Cape Town is facing its worst drought in over a century, with dam levels perilously low. The population has grown significantly, but residents haven’t heeded warnings to use water sparingly. “Day zero”, when taps will run out, is estimated to be April 16, 2018. The water crisis in Cape Town is nearing breaking point. For […]
A bank run occurs when depositors withdraw their funds, causing insolvency for the bank. This can lead to a financial crisis known as a bank panic. Fractional reserve banking and investments can exacerbate the situation. Measures such as the FDIC can mitigate the effects, but customers should be aware of their rights. A bank run […]
207 people, including 56 Republicans, 31 Democrats, 56 independents, 35 with no party affiliation, and 31 classified as “other,” are running for the US presidency in 2016. Candidates must be natural citizens, at least 35 years old, and have lived in America for at least 14 years. They also need to collect signatures of registered […]
Inventory audits involve reviewing past records, examining non-sales detractions, and physically counting products with a handheld scanner to ensure correct quantities and prices. Conducting an inventory audit is a time-consuming process, especially in large stores and warehouses, but it is not a difficult procedure. The auditor starts by looking at past inventory count records so […]
The Second Battle of Bull Run was a pivotal battle in the US Civil War. Union General John Pope moved his troops south to protect Washington, but was unaware of the number of Confederate troops. The battle resulted in a Union defeat, with three times as many casualties as the first battle. During the United […]
A running calculator tracks progress and sets goals for runners, displaying information such as distance, time, and calories burned. It can also create charts and graphs to monitor progress and accept data such as heart rate or blood pressure. A fitness calculator may be better for those who do different types of exercises. A jogging […]
The First Battle of Bull Run was fought on July 21, 1861 near Manassas, Virginia. The Union army, led by Brigadier General Irvin McDowell, was divided into four divisions, while the Confederate army was less structured and consisted of two armies. Both sides planned to attack the other’s left flank, but McDowell’s attack was two […]
Running socks prevent blisters and wick sweat away from the feet. They have smooth seams, cushioning pads, and support straps. They come in thin and thick versions and can be found in most fitness and shoe stores. They are recommended for longer runs to prevent blisters and chafing. Running socks are a type of socks […]
A running watch can have basic features like time and date, or advanced features like GPS, heart rate monitoring, and calorie burn tracking. Choosing the right watch depends on the runner’s needs, such as whether they run the same route or need to track mileage. GPS features can help runners navigate and track their route, […]
Bull Run, a stream in Virginia, was the site of two major battles during the American Civil War. The first battle in 1861 was a Confederate victory and shocked the Union, while the second battle in 1862 had enormous losses on both sides but resulted in another Confederate victory. The historic battle sites are now […]
People run ahead of young bulls during the encierro tradition in Spain, leading up to bullfighting. Pamplona hosts the most famous bullfighting, with 15 deaths from 1910-2012. Some oppose the event for animal cruelty. Running of the bulls, known as encierro in Spanish, is a tradition during which people run ahead of a group of […]
Endurance running with resistance tools like bands, harnesses, and chutes engages leg and core muscles, improving performance in sports like basketball and soccer. Drag racing in water or with weights also adds difficulty and burns more calories. Gradually increasing endurance workouts can improve stamina and muscle tone. Endurance running is a type of cardiovascular training […]
Free running involves navigating urban areas through running, jumping, swinging, walking, or bouncing. Training involves strength, speed, durability, balance, and plyometric exercises. Acrobatic elements require balance training, such as slackline training. Proper training is necessary to avoid injury. Free running is a type of activity that involves navigating urban areas quickly and efficiently, sometimes running […]
Dark rides are indoor rides that take riders through animated, painted, or special effect scenes. They were first built in the 1800s and have evolved with technology. Disney popularized them with classic attractions like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride and Pirates of the Caribbean. New technology has led to user-active dark cars with shooting mechanisms. Dark […]
HSDPA technology was developed to improve data transfer from mobile phones for creating content. To test HSDPA, you need technical equipment, including a cell phone with the appropriate program, a computer, a node, and an RNC simulator. The test involves creating content on a mobile device and sending it through the equipment to see how […]
Free run tricks include jumps, falls, vaults, kongs, and rolls. Other moves include precision jumps, drops, and tic-tacs. These moves are used to navigate areas efficiently and artistically, and can be improved upon and changed. Different names are used for these tricks, including French names and English nicknames. The different types of free run cheats […]
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