March 23, 2021

Women are better at burning fat during exercise than men, research suggests

A pair of studies published this month found that women tend to burn more fat than men during exercise, and athletes with better cardio endurance of all genders burn more fat than their less fit peers. Insider

March 23, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup’s Biannual Race Registration Market Analysis Shows Growth

Moorestown, NJ – GiveSignup | RunSignup released the Spring 2021 Registration Market Analysis, a biannual effort to evaluate the true state of the endurance market in an industry without a comprehensive aggregator for data. The report builds a three-dimensional view of the marketplace, with a snapshot of major news in...

March 12, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup Releases a Roundup of Q1 Events Showing a Return to Racing

(Moorestown, NJ)– GiveSignup | RunSignup, the leading technology provider for endurance and nonprofit events in the U.S., released a roundup of events across the country showing a significant resurgence of in-person running. The roundup features 50 live events across 42 states, ranging in size from under a hundred participants to...

March 10, 2021

Getting to the Bottom of the Runner’s High

We can stop crediting endorphins, the natural opioid painkillers produced by our bodies, for the floaty euphoria we often feel during aerobic exercise, according to a nifty new study of men, women and treadmills. New York Times (paywall)

March 9, 2021

PeopleForBikes Releases Study Investigating Barriers to Inclusive Bicycling Culture

BOULDER, COLO. (March 9, 2021) — PeopleForBikes is proud to release a new, groundbreaking report, "Where Do We Go From Here? Breaking Down Barriers to Bicycling in the U.S." The 2018-2019 study found that meaningful engagement with historically marginalized communities, expanded private-sector encouragement programs and an investment in quality bicycle...

March 9, 2021

Cadence Sports and Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum Release 2020 Million Dollar Club List of America’s Top Cycling Fundraising Events.

Austin, TX – Despite an unprecedented environment surrounding the COVID-19 global pandemic, at least 45 cause-related cycling events raised more than $1 million each in 2020, according to the annual study released by Cadence Sports & the Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum. This study goes deep into exploring individual events to disclose...

March 3, 2021

Hugging also banned: UCI urges riders to set example in fight against COVID-19

The UCI has called on riders to stop hugging after winning races to set a good example to fans and spectators in the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Cycling News

March 3, 2021

How Exercise Enhances Aging Brains

Sedentary, older adults who took aerobic dance classes twice a week showed improvements in brain areas critical for memory and thinking. The New York Times

March 2, 2021

When do you expect to deliver your next live event?

Mass Participation World recently polled race organizers on their expectations of when they would return to live events. Click to see a summary of the responses by continent. Facebook  

February 23, 2021

Cycling groups call for an end to helmet laws after a study showed inequity of enforcement

With a new study showing Seattle police have ticketed Black riders not wearing helmets nearly four times the rate as white riders since 2003, multiple advocacy groups are working to decriminalize helmet use in the city and in King County. bicycleretailer

February 22, 2021

Study finds 20% of people are genetically resilient to the cold

The authors of the study found that people who lack the protein α-aktinin-3 are better at handling harsh weather conditions, and might be better distance runners. Canadian Running

February 16, 2021

Run Specialty’s Sprint To Omnichannel

Run specialty has finally embraced online retailing due to COVID-19 to support a strong sales recovery in the second half of 2020, according to the latest survey from the Running Industry Association (RIA). SGB Online

February 10, 2021

Mount Sinai study finds Apple Watch can predict COVID-19 diagnosis up to a week before testing

The Warrior Watch Study observed the primary biometric signal - heart rate variability (HRV) - which is a key indicator of strain on a person’s nervous system, combined with information around reported symptoms associated with COVID-19. TechCrunch

February 8, 2021

Will women ultrarunners surpass the best men?

A new science paper explores the subject at great depth, and concludes that it's possible, but not likely. Podium Running

February 8, 2021

RIA Survey Details Run Specialty Channel Recovery In 2020

The latest survey from the Running Industry Association (RIA) found that in spite of store closures in March and April, the run specialty channel proved resilient and rebounded nicely in the back half of 2020. SGB Media

February 8, 2021

Location matters when it comes to health: 2021’s healthiest and unhealthiest cities in America

To determine which areas prioritize residents’ well-being, WalletHub compared more than 180 of the most populated U.S. cities across 44 key indicators of good health. Our data set ranges from the cost of a medical visit to fruit and vegetable consumption to COVID-19 cases. WalletHub

February 4, 2021

Should listening to music during exercise be considered a performance-enhancing drug?

Research suggets there's more to the relationship between music and physical exertion than a simple "distraction" Inside Hook

January 31, 2021

What we learned from tracking cycling deaths for a year.

With the help of the nonprofit BikeMaps.org, Outside analyzed the data we collected on bicyclists killed by drivers in 2020 and found some surprising takeaways

January 27, 2021

RunSignup | GiveSignup’s Annual RaceTrends Report Shows 48.1% Participation Decline, Gradual Recovery

Moorestown, NJ – RunSignup | GiveSignup released their Annual RaceTrends Report evaluating the state of the endurance industry. The impact of COVID-19 was reflected in every data point for 2020 as the evolution of events from in-person to virtual and back again caused eye-catching participation declines, shifts in marketing strategies, and an increased...

January 25, 2021

‘Fat But Healthy?’ New Research Suggests Fitness Doesn’t Cancel Obesity’s Negative Health Effect

Leading an active lifestyle is not enough to counter the negative effects of being overweight on heart health, according to new research challenging the idea that fitness is more important than weight in leading a healthy lifestyle, and prompting calls for policymakers to rethink health initiatives that prioritize physical activity...

January 25, 2021

California Coalition of Endurance Sports Reports Projected Loss of Over $1 Billion in Economic Activity and $77MM in Charitable Contributions Due to COVID-19 Mandates

JANUARY 25, 2021—LOS ANGELES—Today the California Coalition of Endurance Sports announced the results of a recent member survey of industry leaders across the state on the economic impact of COVID-19 restrictions on for-profit and non-profit runs, walks, triathlons and bike rides. The survey results underscore the economic importance and financial...

January 20, 2021

Everything runners need to know about caffeine

Here’s a breakdown of the International Society of Sports Nutrition's official report on the favourite pre-run pick-me-up. Canadian Running

January 20, 2021

Running USA 2020 Global Runner Survey Results Highlight Runners’ Desire to Return to Live Events

(January 20, 2021) – There was no question of the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the running industry. But the good news is that most runners are looking forward to racing in person again this year. That’s just one top takeaway from the 2020 Global Runner Survey. Results...

January 14, 2021

The science behind cold weather and running performance

Here is the physiology behind why the cold weather can make one slow down - and how to counteract it. Canadian Running

January 14, 2021

Group Fitness Trends Set To Shape The Next Decade

What trends will define the 2020s? A new book from EuropeActive, “HORIZON 2030 – The future of the health and fitness sector,” sets out to address that very question, combining expert insights with the latest industry data to chart the course ahead - predicting continued expansion for clubs over the...