[jessaustin]

Sure, running in general is basic to humans. The particular circumstances of particular races, like "so many laps over this particular course through the mountains" are very much a decision that some people made. Such decisions affect the results of those races.

[jki275]

It is illogical to believe that races were "constructed" by somehow varying the number of laps or terrain to make sure men win. It is far more likely that races were "constructed" to mimic the types of terrain people already ran.

[jessaustin]

Yeah well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

[jki275]

It's generally accepted history. But believe as you wish.