UAE: Michael Johnson urges residents to participate in Abu Dhabi Marathon

UAE: Michael Johnson urges residents to participate in Abu Dhabi Marathon

US track legend stresses the importance of participating in what promises to be a wonderful regional event with international participation

Michael Johnson. — Supplied photo

By Wam Published: Sat 19 Nov 2022, 10:19 PM

American track legend Michael Johnson has urged all UAE residents to participate in next month’s Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon, with the eight-time world champion and four-time Olympic gold medallist hoping the December 17 event will attract a new record of 20,000 competitors.

Johnson, known for his support of a healthy lifestyle and promoting the benefits of exercise for physical and mental health, stressed the importance of participating in what promises to be a wonderful regional event with international participation. Regardless of physical fitness, the opportunity to exercise and enjoy a special moment among thousands of likeminded people should not be missed, he said.

“Be a part of the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon this year,” Johnson said. “The wonderful thing about it is that while it constitutes a challenge against others, it also represents a challenge with yourself. So do not miss the opportunity to participate in this special race from its beginning to its end.

"I realise that establishing a sporty lifestyle with regular exercises on a daily basis is difficult, but