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  • Athletic performance in distance running depends on aerobic and anaerobic metabolism.
  • Understanding energetic resource distribution is crucial for optimizing race strategy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To model 10,000 m championship performances to understand factors influencing running speed.
  • To quantify the impact of race bends on overall performance.

Main Methods:

  • Simulated two 10,000 m runners' performances to access instantaneous speed, propulsive force, and anaerobic energy.
  • Utilized numerical simulations to analyze factors affecting race strategy, fatigue, and acceleration.

Main Results:

  • Lower anaerobic capacity impairs the ability to accelerate at the race's end.
  • Inferior running economy reduces acceleration capacity on straights and increases energy expenditure on bends.
  • Runners generally complete bends at a slower pace than straights to manage energy costs.

Conclusions:

  • Coaches should focus on improving both aerobic and anaerobic metabolism through training.
  • Avoiding mid-race surges can enhance an athlete's end-race acceleration, a critical factor in championship races.