Peak hour 10/17/1996 (1996)

Konstantin Santalov, despite the fact that he was born with a heart defect, is known for his achievements in supermarathons - in running for long distances (100 kilometers).

The athlete shares his plans to run 300 kilometers and put a new world record in the race for a distance of 100 kilometers.

Explains what a supermarathon is, how often it is conducted and in which countries of the world.

According to the athlete, at the moment, the world's leading two teams are racing: athletes from Russia and South Africa.

Konstantin Santalov expresses the hope that someday running for a long distance (supermarathon) will become one of the sports disciplines of the Olympic competitions.

The athlete talks about training, how long daily diurns are prepared and implemented, and sports ethics.

Recalls the fight between the athletes during the race in 1993.

The question of the use of doping by some athletes is being raised.