Running

Worksheet Description

This worksheet comprises a series of estimation word problems focused on running, designed to integrate mathematical calculations with athletics. The problems ask students to estimate distances run in marathons, time required for completing races, weekly running volumes, and recovery metrics for athletes. Students are also challenged to calculate the number of shoes needed based on mileage and to predict race outcomes based on given data. Illustrated with a dynamic image of a runner in motion, the worksheet aims to connect students’ interest in sports with their math skills.

The worksheet is intended to reinforce students’ abilities to estimate, calculate times, and work with averages within the context of running, a familiar and accessible sport for many. It teaches them to apply mathematical operations such as multiplication and division to real-world physical activities. These problems help students to develop a practical understanding of distance, time, and rate, which are crucial concepts in both mathematics and athletic training. Additionally, the worksheet promotes the application of math to personal fitness goals and the importance of quantifying physical exercise.