We agree, there are as many virtual racing races that you can participate in right now like stars in the sky. The most prominent at the moment is the London Marathon 2020 which took place on October 4, 2020, but we still recommend that you take a look at the next one ASICS World Ekiden Marathon 2020. Put on your best shoes, the best watch, and run!
The ASICS World Ekiden 2020 is a virtual challenge where teams of up to six people from around the world come together to complete a combined marathon relay race, so even if you don't feel ready to run a full marathon distance yet, you can enter a race this way. Inspired by a "century of Japanese running culture", the Ekiden will be divided into six sections of varying distances, making it ideal for runners of all abilities and experience.
How to participate in the Asics World Ekiden Marathon 2020 virtual marathon?
Anyone can participate in the 2020 ASICS World Ekiden, with distances that appeal to all levels of runner. To participate, you can register for free starting October 1, using the runkeeper app or the ASICS hub.
Teams must complete their relay race between the 11 and the November 22. For expert advice, training plans and the latest news and information on ASICS World Ekiden 2020, follow #ASICSWorldEkiden on social media or visit the ASICS website.
How It Works
The Ekiden relay race format will invite teams of up to six people from all over the world and of different abilities to come together to complete a combined virtual marathon. Participants will run 26,2-mile challenge sections (41 km) and will pass their own "Tasuki" Interactive, the narrow strip of cloth used in traditional Japanese Ekiden races.
Powered by a new racing platform using Race Roster and the ASICS Runkeeper app, the Ekiden will combine the best of virtual and real-world racing, allowing teams around the world to track their progress in real time. Teams will also be able to see themselves on the leaderboards live online while enjoying a personalized in-race audio experience.
From tracking your team's progress in real time on your best Apple Watch, Garmin or Fitbit device to ranking on the live online leaderboards and enjoying a personalized in-race audio experience, “you will experience the excitement, connection and motivation» of the team competition no matter how far you are from your teammates.