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.
July 17, 2024
Running helps prevent erectile dysfunction, new study says
According to recent research in Harvard Health, regular aerobic activity can significantly improve erectile dysfunction (ED) symptoms, offering a safe and effective solution. Running is a low-risk and inexpensive therapy that not only improves ED but also boosts overall health. Running Magazine
July 12, 2024
RunSignup Q2 2024 Update
Moorestown, NJ – July 12, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - RunSignup, the leading registration and technology provider for endurance events in the United States, is pleased to announce significant growth and advancements in the second quarter of 2024. The endurance community continues to demonstrate positive growth, while RunSignup continues to grow...
July 11, 2024
Physical Activity Declines Globally Despite Fitness Trackers’ Popularity, New Research Shows
Fitness trackers have exploded in popularity, with sales skyrocketing from $14 billion in 2017 to over $36 billion in 2020. This surge suggests a growing interest in monitoring steps, calories burned, and overall activity levels. However, new research reveals a surprising truth: despite the rise of fitness trackers, physical activity...
July 11, 2024
Keep Sharp This Summer: Indoor Training Helps Cyclists Maintain Peak Performance Year-Round
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, July 11, 2024/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – JOIN, the adaptive cycling training app, is excited to help cyclists maintain their key fitness metrics by riding indoors on platforms like Zwift, Trainer Road & Woosh even during the summer riding season when riders tend to lose their peak abilities (as measured by...
July 10, 2024
New Study Reveals How Women’s VO2 Max Differs from Men’s
Based on decades of research conducted almost exclusively with male subjects, many experts consider VO2 max to be the single best predictor of long-term health and longevity. A new study out of the Federal University of São Paulo in Brazil recently recruited 85 female runners and 62 sedentary women to...
July 10, 2024
Garmin releases report highlighting cycling trends from around the world
OLATHE, Kan./July 10, 2024/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) released a report today highlighting how cyclists around the world are logging miles and the positive health benefits they’re seeing as a result. Whether riding inside or outdoors, data from the Garmin Connect community shows that cycling activities are on the...
July 10, 2024
Running USA Releases Comprehensive Report on Top 100 Largest U.S. Races: Industry Insights Reveal Post-Pandemic Recovery Trends
July 10, 2024/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Running USA today unveiled a new research report titled Industry Insights: A Look at the Country’s Top Races, offering an in-depth look at the top 100 largest races in the U.S. prior to the pandemic in 2019 and how those events and their participation changed as...
July 2, 2024
New Study Shows Hot Springs Might Actually Have Healing Properties
Hiking to hot springs is a time-honored tradition in the U.S. and beyond, and not just because soaking feels good after a long walk. Many hot springs enthusiasts also claim that the waters themselves have healing properties. The Romans were no different: They believed Bath’s springs, which are today cordoned off...
June 20, 2024
RunSignup’s 2024 Midyear Trends Show Increases in Per-Race Participation – and Pricing
June 20, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – RunSignup, the leading technology solution for US endurance events, released a midyear update to race trends. The report is built from internal RunSignup data (representing an estimated 40-45% of the US endurance market) to determine overall changes in the market since the release of...
June 19, 2024
What Your Heart Rate Can Tell You About Your Fitness
If you wear a smartwatch or fitness tracker, you likely already have access to a steady stream of data about your heart health. Beyond basic heart rate monitoring, smart watches and fitness trackers can also measure and track heart rate zones, heart rate variability and heart rate trends. To make...