It is hard to say when was running invented. Running has likely been a part of human behavior for as long as humans have existed. Running was likely used as a means of transportation and for hunting and survival in early human societies.
In terms of organized running events, the first recorded Olympic Games, which were held in ancient Greece in 776 BCE, included a running event called the "stade," which was a foot race that covered the distance of a stade, or approximately 192 meters. The ancient Greeks also held other running events, such as the "dolichos," which was a long-distance race, and the "hippios," which was a horse race.
In modern times, running has become a popular sport and recreational activity. The first modern Olympic Games, which were held in Athens, Greece in 1896, included track and field events such as the 100-meter dash and the marathon. Since then, running has become a popular sport and recreational activity, with millions of people around the world participating in organized running events, such as marathons, half-marathons, and 5K races.
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