STUDIES
Want to stay up to date on the latest press releases and news about studies in the running, cycling and triathlon industries? Scroll below to view all endurance sport studies.
February 13, 2026
ShowcasedHonolulu Marathon Generates $532 Million Economic Impact, Supporting Over 5,000 Jobs Across Hawaiʻi
HONOLULU (February 13, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ — The 2025 Honolulu Marathon generated more than $532 million in total economic output, supported over 5,000 jobs, and produced more than $32 million in state and local tax revenue, according to a newly released Economic Impact Report available at research.honolulumarathon.org. The 2025 event welcomed 42,793 registered...
February 11, 2026
Aerobic Exercise Shows Greatest Potential in Alleviating Depression and Anxiety Symptoms
A groundbreaking comprehensive analysis recently published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine has reinforced the powerful role of exercise in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety. This sweeping umbrella review and meta-meta-analysis synthesized a vast amount of data from numerous prior studies to evaluate the effectiveness of various exercise...
February 10, 2026
Does sexual activity before exercise harm athletic performance?
New research published in the journal Physiology & Behavior provides evidence that sexual activity shortly before high-intensity exercise does not harm athletic performance. The study suggests that masturbation-induced orgasm 30 minutes prior to exertion may actually enhance exercise duration and reaction time. These findings challenge long-standing beliefs regarding the necessity of sexual...
February 8, 2026
‘Night owls’ may have worse heart health — but why?
Some people hit their stride in the morning, while others feel most awake and productive at night. But a growing body of evidence suggests that being part of the latter group, the "night owls," could be linked to poorer heart health. Now, a large study published Jan. 28 in the Journal...
February 2, 2026
Strava’s 30 New Job Listings and What They Tell Us About IPO Preparation
Strava’s preparations for an IPO were leaked through FT.com, with reports suggesting a $3 billion valuation. The company is now locking in readiness for the big day and structuring for growth and sustained scrutiny afterwards. Strava rarely signals its strategy directly. Feature launches are incremental, messaging is cautious, and acquisitions...
February 2, 2026
RunSignup’s Annual RaceTrends Report Shows Per-Race Participation Growth of 5%
Moorestown, NJ (February 2, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – RunSignup, the leading technology solution for U.S. endurance events, has released its Annual RaceTrends Report, providing an appraisal of the state of the endurance industry. While growth has slowed from the rapid rise following COVID lows, races continued to see increasing participation...
January 30, 2026
What the New Study on Exercise and Longevity Really Tells Us
Harvard scientists find that exercise variety is good but not too much and only certain types. Take the findings with a grain of salt. The study was very widely covered in the media and extensively discussed on social media. The main message, as highlighted in the accompanying press release from Harvard, where the researchers are based, is that...
January 28, 2026
haku Customers Exceed Industry Benchmarks for Retention and Repeat Participation
Miami, FL (January 28, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ — New data from haku, the global leader in technology for endurance events, shows that organizations using haku outperform industry benchmarks for runner retention and repeat participation. According to aggregated platform data, haku customers achieve retention rates almost 18% higher than endurance industry...
January 27, 2026
What’s Really in That Water Bottle? RDU Releases Industry’s First Hydration Safety Manual
DEKALB, Ill. (January 27, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – A $3 billion verdict against a bottled water company for poisoning consumers. Class action lawsuits against Aquafina, VOSS, and JUST Water for toxic "forever chemicals." Research showing 240,000 microplastic particles per liter in bottled water. For race directors handing water bottles to...
January 23, 2026
haku Releases New Research-Based Guide on Proving Economic and Community Impact for Endurance Events
Miami, FL (January 23, 2026)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - haku, the all-in-one technology platform for endurance events and nonprofits, today announced the release of a new research-based ebook, Securing Tourism Boards and Sponsorships: How Endurance Events Can Prove Both Economic Impact and Community Value. Endurance leaders need new ways to deliver direct,...
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