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 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 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 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...

January 13, 2021

The science behind the runner’s high

Recent research suggests endorphins may not be behind the mood-boosting effects of running. Canadian Running

January 12, 2021

What does it take to qualify for the Boston Marathon?

The Boston Qualifier Questionnaire offers some insight into what runners who’ve qualified for Boston do that separates them from the rest. Canadian Running

January 4, 2021

New 10-year study confirms super shoe effect

A new analysis of the last 10 years of results from four World Marathon Majors races adds much evidence to the idea that super shoes produce faster times. Podium Runner

January 4, 2021

The Best of the Best: Endurance Sportswire Announces Its Most Popular Press Releases and Industry News Items of 2020

San Diego, Calif. – As we embark upon 2021, Endurance Sportswire has put together a list of its most viewed press releases and industry news items over the past year. Congratulations go to iFit. Thanks to SEO and a great news topic, the company's press release was opened 4,021 times....

December 27, 2020

Yes, Walking Is Sometimes Faster than Running Uphill

Top trail runners mix running and walking on steep terrain, but even scientists aren’t sure how to choose which is better. Outside

December 16, 2020

2020: A Year in Fitness Like No Other

The novel coronavirus crept into and transformed every aspect of our lives, including how people work out, their choice of running shoes, and bone health. NY Times

December 16, 2020

Americans exercised more in 2020, according to Strava

Strava reviewed data from more than 73 million users in 2020 for their year-end-report and found that despite working from home, social distancing and shelter-in-place restrictions, the virtual community became stronger than ever. ESPN

December 14, 2020

Why genetics is a poor predictor of athletic talent

You've probably heard people say some athletes have "the right genes" for running, but it turns out that's not very accurate. Canadian Running

December 10, 2020

Exercise Blocks Pain, But Only For Believers

A new study explores the links between exercise and pain perception, and how easily they can be manipulated. Outside

December 3, 2020

Research suggests that dogs experience runner’s high, just like humans

A study of treadmill-using dogs, ferrets and humans reveals that dogs might feel better after they run. Canadian Running

December 2, 2020

11 Minutes of Exercise a Day May Help Counter the Effects of Sitting

Walking for at least 11 minutes a day could lessen the undesirable health consequences of sitting for hours and hours, according to a new study of the ways in which both inactivity and exercise influence how long we live. Findings reveal that those who were the most sedentary faced a...

November 19, 2020

Japanese study finds 1 case of COVID-19 linked to running

Of the close to 700,000 people involved in 787 races since July, there has only been one reported case of coronavirus. One reported case doesn’t mean there weren’t other cases that went unreported or that were asymptomatic, but the results are still impressive. Canadian Running

November 5, 2020

Study shows running can boost mental acuity

A recent study out of the University of Calgary found that running has cognitive benefits and performing other aerobic exercises on a regular basis for just six months can boost brain function by 5.7%. The study suggests that new runners of all ages should experience at least some improvements after...

November 4, 2020

Weight Training May Help Ease Anxiety

According to a timely new study of anxiety and resistance training, which involved healthy young adults, barbells and lunges, regular weight training substantially reduces anxiety, a finding with particular relevance during these unsettling, bumpy days. Find out how from the New York Times.

November 3, 2020

Big Data Reveals New Marathon Training Approaches

Tracking what successful marathoners actually do reveals new optimal training patterns of hard weeks and easy weeks. Read more on Women’s Running.

October 26, 2020

Women Are Better Runners Than Men [2020 Analysis]

An analysis that covers 2,348,505 marathon results achieved during the 2009-2019 period sought to see the differences in pace throughout a marathon between women and men. The data has shown that women are 18.33% better at keeping an even pace than men. They burn out less in the 2nd half...