Virtual NYC Marathon Offers Runners a Medal and a Chance at 2019 Race

The video discusses the concept of a virtual marathon organized by the New York City Marathon. Due to high demand, a lottery system is used for entry. Participants can run a virtual marathon tracked by an app like Strava, allowing them to qualify for the next year's marathon. The video also touches on the challenges of running alone and the potential for cheating by manipulating tracking data.

Why was the virtual marathon introduced by the New York City Marathon organizers?

• To reduce the number of participants in the actual marathon

• To allow people to run from home due to weather conditions

• To accommodate the high number of applicants

• To promote a new running app

What is the main requirement to qualify for the next year's New York City Marathon through the virtual run?

• Running 26.2 miles on a treadmill

• Completing 26.2 miles within four days using Strava

• Running in a group of at least 5 people

• Finishing the marathon in under 4 hours

How does the virtual marathon differ from the traditional New York City Marathon?

• It is only for professional athletes

• It allows participants to run anywhere

• It is based on a lottery system

• It requires a qualifying time

What is the significance of using the Strava app in the virtual marathon?

• It offers discounts on marathon gear

• It connects runners with a coach

• It tracks the distance and time of the run

• It provides a map of the marathon route

What lesson can be learned from the story of the sailor who hacked his location?

• Cheating can lead to success

• Winning is the ultimate goal

• Genuine participation is more valuable than false achievements

• Technology can always be manipulated