poolmaraton
Poolmaraton, or pool marathon, is a long-distance swimming event held in a swimming pool. Participants try to cover a predefined total distance by swimming consecutive lengths within a fixed time frame. The format is commonly used for endurance testing and fundraising, and it is organized by swim clubs, charities, and recreation centers.
The distance is influenced by the pool length. In a 25-meter pool, a marathon distance equals roughly
Participation is open to amateur and competitive swimmers alike. Entry typically requires basic medical clearance and
Origins and scope: pool marathons grew from endurance swimming traditions and charity swims. They are organized
See also: Long-distance swimming, Charity swim, Open water swimming.