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 2, 2025
Cold-water plunges and your health: The science is in
Researchers have examined the increasingly popular practice of cold-water immersion – things like taking a cold shower or sitting in an ice bath – to see whether there’s any scientific basis for claiming that it has a positive effect on health and well-being. New Atlas
January 31, 2025
Jonny Brownlee to Inspire Triathlon’s Next Generation as he Targets London Glory
January 31, 2025 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Triathlon royalty Jonny Brownlee is aiming to inspire a new generation of British children to take up the sport as he kicks-off his 2025 season at the Supertri E World Triathlon Championship powered by MyWhoosh in London on Saturday, April 5. Three-time Olympic medallist...
January 29, 2025
RunSignup’s Annual RaceTrends Report Shows Per Race Participation Growth of 8.2%
Moorestown, NJ (January 29, 2025) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – RunSignup, the leading technology solution for US endurance events, releases its Annual RaceTrends Report providing an evaluation of the state of the endurance industry. After years of gradual recovery from the impacts of COVID-19, registration levels in 2024 suggest the endurance industry...
January 26, 2025
What is really in your energy gel?
For many of us, energy gels are a mainstay of our race-day fuelling—they’re small, portable and packed with quick-hit carbohydrates (CHO) designed to keep us rolling with minimal digestive issues. But recent research raises some important questions: are these gels delivering what they promise? Here’s what you need to know...
January 22, 2025
Study links strength and fitness to 50% reduction in cancer deaths
The benefits of maintaining and growing a decent amount of muscle mass go beyond aesthetics. Muscle is associated with a healthier metabolism, reduced risk of falls and osteoporosis and a stronger heart. Now, new research also shows just how beneficial it is in preventing cancer deaths. msn
January 16, 2025
Fitness Level Matters More Than Weight for Longevity, Study Finds
Being in shape has a greater impact on heart health and longevity than the number on the scale, according to a recent study. People considered fit, regardless of their body mass index, had a similar risk of death as fit people with a normal BMI, researchers reported in the British Journal...
January 9, 2025
Runners Who Wear This Type of Shoe Are More Likely to Get Injured, Study Finds
Wearing thick-heeled shoes might make runners more prone to injury, new research shows. People who wear flatter sneakers may have a better understanding of how their feet move during running, which could lead to fewer injuries, researchers from the University of Florida Sports Performance Center reported in a Frontiers in Sports...
January 8, 2025
RunSignup Releases 2024 Top 100 Largest Road Races
Moorestown, NJ—January 8, 2025 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – RunSignup, the leading registration and technology provider for races in the U.S., released a list of the Top 100 Largest Road Races in the United States. In the absence of a single aggregator for US road race data, this report is compiled to...
January 7, 2025
Running USA Launches the 2024 Top Races Report, Celebrating a Historic Year for Running
January 7, 2025 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Running USA is proud to announce the release of its highly anticipated 2024 Top Races Report, showcasing a banner year for the sport of running. The world record for the largest marathon was shattered not once, but twice this year—first in Berlin and then...
December 31, 2024
Study Links Poor Air Quality to Slower Marathon Finish Times
Marathon runners meticulously plan their training, gear, and nutrition — but new research from Brown University suggests they may also need to consider air quality. Athletech News
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