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Glossary of Running and Jogging Terms - W - X - Y - Z

The Wall or Hitting the Wall – See “Bonk

Warm-up – a lower intensity run intended to prepare the muscles and heart for a workout

Wicking – a fabric’s ability to absorb moisture from the skin surface in order to keep the wearer cool and dry

World Championships – International championships in track and field events, held every two years, nearly as prominent as the Olympics