The Rules (If you want to break a record that is published in a record book or governed by an international authorithy, there may be other or additional rules. See here for more information.)

This record is for running given distance by a pair of two runners who are tied together at one foot.

For the sprint distances, competitors must be tied securely together at the thighs and ankles of one leg each. The fastenings at the thighs to be such as to keep them practically in contact. At the ankles there, may be an interval not exceeding 4 inches. For longer distances, the competitors must be tied at the ankles only.

Competitors must finish with fastenings intact.

A course measuremet protocol should be provided. Marathon and half-Marathon records have to be set in an organised official race.



The world record holders for 24 hr three-legged running: Mark Howlett (left) and Rab Lee (right)

