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.
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
December 30, 2024
Biggest ever study of non-elite runners reveals marathon training secrets
One of the largest ever studies of marathon runners has given clues on how non-elites can best train for the 26.2-mile distance. MSN
December 21, 2024
When It’s Time to Replace Your Running Shoes
The average running shoe is thought to last about 300 to 500 miles or five to eight months of regular use, but determining your shoe’s true lifespan is more complicated, says Daniel Shull, Run Research Manager at Brooks Running. Many factors shorten or extend the longevity of your sneakers, including how often you wear...
December 20, 2024
Run Clubs Over Night Clubs: Gear and Trends From Strava 2024 Year-End Report
The folks at Strava get a lot of data on users’ exercise habits and trends. Every year, it compiles all that information, assesses and analyzes it, and releases its “Year in Sport: Trend Report” announcing the findings. This month, it released the report for 2024. Many of the findings will catch us...
December 18, 2024
Helmets Using WaveCel Technology Outperform Competitors in a Research Study on Head and Brain Protection
Wilsonville, OR—December 18, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ — WaveCel, setting new benchmarks in helmet safety technology by going beyond standards to help protect the head and the brain, today announced formative results from a research study published by the Journal of Forensic Biomechanics. The research evaluated the latest generation of ANSI...
