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.
November 21, 2023
Strava Data Confirms Women Are Smarter Racers
After years of stagnation post-pandemic, more women are racing marathons in 2023, with an 18 percent increase from 2022. Not only are more women racing, but they are making incredible strides. Strava said women were more likely to hit their goal in all pace groups. For runners targeting a finish...
November 16, 2023
Could having sex before a race boost performance?
In a meta-analysis published in Scientific Reports, researchers determined that participating in sexual activity anywhere from 30 minutes to 24 hours prior to a physical fitness test had no influence on participant test results. This remained true across different types of exercise assessments, including testing for aerobic capacity, musculoskeletal endurance,...
November 14, 2023
Running vs. Walking: Which Is Better for Lasting Health?
Walking is among the world’s most popular forms of exercise, and far and away the most favored in the United States. And for good reason: It’s simple, accessible and effective. Taking regular walks lowers the risk of many health problems including anxiety, depression, diabetes and some cancers. However, once your...
November 9, 2023
A New Study Asks, “Can Running Really Replace Antidepressants?”
Titled “Antidepressants or running therapy: Comparing effects on mental and physical health in patients with depression and anxiety disorders,” the researchers behind the study investigated the impact of running on two of the most common mental health issues: depression, which affects more than 21 million American adults each year; and...
November 8, 2023
Running may boost inflammation-fighting cells that enhance performance, study finds
A new study reported in The Harvard Gazette has shed more light on how exercise helps the body boost its ability to fight inflammation, which in turn improves performance. The study, done in mice, suggests the possible role of the exercise in both reducing inflammation and improving performance. Exercise triggers...
November 2, 2023
Brain tissue may be fuel for marathon runners
Marathon runners appear to rely on myelin, the fatty tissue bundled around nerve fibers, for energy during a race, scientists report October 10 in a paper posted at bioRxiv.org. In the day or two following a marathon, this tissue seems to dwindle drastically, brain scans of runners reveal. Two weeks...
November 1, 2023
New research suggests even 22-minute runs can help you live longer
Running for less than 30 minutes a day may not be enough to help you win a marathon, but that doesn’t mean it’s not beneficial to your health. Recent research suggests engaging in just 22 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity (such as easy running) can help counterbalance the...
October 26, 2023
RunSignup Timer Survey 2023 Now Open
Moorestown, NJ— October 26, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - RunSignup, the leading registration and technology provider for endurance events in the United States, launches its 2023 Timer Survey. This annual industry research survey, now in its 5th year, is the only research available that is specifically tailored to timers and offers...
October 19, 2023
Survey Sees Nike, Jordan, Lululemon Winning Popularity Contest with Gen Y + Z
While upstarts such as Hoka and On are making noise, Cowen’s sixth annual Gen Z and Millennial survey found Nike, Air Jordan and Lululemon hit new all-time highs in brand preference and showed material growth year-over-year in both 18-to-24 and 25-to-34-year-old cohorts. SGB
October 17, 2023
Researchers Say Run Clubs are “Therapy”
A new study suggests regular group running sessions are as effective as antidepressants in treating depression and anxiety. Over 16 weeks, researchers compared outcomes of patients taking SSRI drugs against patients practicing running-based therapy. Summarizing the findings, researchers say exercise is an effective and often preferable treatment, albeit harder to stick to....
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