Half Marathon Set Duration

Compared across 2 organizations. Competition Format & Structure category.

Rule Text by Organization

IKMF International Kettlebell Marathon Federation

The IKMF Half Marathon is a 30-minute continuous set. The same rules apply as for the full marathon: if the kettlebell is set down before time expires, the athlete is disqualified and the score becomes 0.

30 minutes

GSU Girevoy Sport Union

GSU recognizes half marathon events of 30 minutes duration. If the athlete puts the kettlebell down before the 30 minutes are over, the set is terminated and the score is zero (all reps voided). Athletes may switch hands as often as they like during marathon events.

30 minutes

Comparison Analysis

Half marathon (30-minute) format is offered by multiple organizations, primarily IKMF and IKLF.

Availability

IKMF: 30-minute half marathon is a key competition format. IKLF: 30-minute sets available. GSU: offered as supplementary format.

What All Organizations Agree On

  • 30 minutes is the standard half-marathon duration where offered

Athlete Impact: Athletes interested in half-marathon should look at IKMF as their primary competition organization for this format.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does International Kettlebell Marathon Federation (IKMF) define half marathon set duration?

The IKMF Half Marathon is a 30-minute continuous set. The same rules apply as for the full marathon: if the kettlebell is set down before time expires, the athlete is disqualified and the score becomes 0.

How does Girevoy Sport Union (GSU) define half marathon set duration?

GSU recognizes half marathon events of 30 minutes duration. If the athlete puts the kettlebell down before the 30 minutes are over, the set is terminated and the score is zero (all reps voided). Athletes may switch hands as often as they like during marathon events.

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