Athletics — Running
Olympic SportPopular in TürkiyeIndividual SportsThe running events in athletics cover a wide range, from the 60 m sprint to the 5,000 m. Speed, rhythm and breathing technique are the core elements. There is a suitable distance and format for every child. Running also builds a fitness foundation for other sports.
Athletics — Running Videos
Technique guides and training videos
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Running Step by Step — Running Form and Technique
A complete guide to correct running form, cadence and posture
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How to Run: Correct Running Technique — Part 1
Foot anatomy, shock absorption and running biomechanics
Athletics — Running News
Turkish national athletes made history in 2025
Türkiye's national athletes achieved historic successes across a range of sports in 2025. World and European titles were won in many sports, led by weightlifting, taekwondo, volleyball, wrestling and archery.
Turkish athletes win 7 medals at the European Athletics Championships
At the 2025 European Athletics Championships hosted by Poland, Turkish athletes won 7 medals: 2 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze. Long jump and cross-country running were the most successful events.
National athlete Yasemin Can goes for a world record at the Istanbul Marathon
Yasemin Can, known for her successes in cross-country and long-distance running, kept her place firmly on the world rankings with a strong performance at the Istanbul Marathon. She is training harder with every passing day.
Athletics — Running Schools
See all →İBB Spor Kulübü Atletizm Akademisi
İstanbul · Başakşehir
₺400–800/month
İzmir Büyükşehir Belediyesi Atletizm Kulübü
İzmir · Bornova
₺300–600/month
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