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How far is a 4k?

Published in Running Distances 1 min read

A 4k race is approximately 2.5 miles long.

While "4k" is often associated with screen resolution, in the context of races and distances, it refers to a running or walking event that covers 4 kilometers. Let's break down the conversion:

  • Kilometers to Miles: 1 kilometer (km) is equal to approximately 0.621371 miles.

  • Calculating 4k in Miles: To convert 4 kilometers to miles, you multiply 4 by 0.621371:

    4 km * 0.621371 miles/km ≈ 2.485 miles

Therefore, a 4k race covers a distance of roughly 2.5 miles.

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