The 42.2-kilometre (26.2-mile) race, named after the small town of Marathon near Athens, has become a byword for 'ordeal' and one of the highlights of every summer Olympics. p pulse Follow Athenss ...

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The Embassy of the Hellenic Republic in China showcased athletic heritage and spirit in the 2025 Chengdu Marathon in Chengdu, ...

Exercising barefoot has been practiced since ancient times, and may offer unique benefits. Exercising barefoot dates back to ancient Greece. Historical accounts suggest that Greek runner Pheidippides, ...