STUDIES

February 19, 2025

Is a Cold Shower After a Workout Worth It for Better Recovery? New Research Says Yes

A study found that those who regularly take cold showers experienced a 29 percent reduction in sick days from work compared to those who didn’t have cold exposure. Yahoo Life

February 10, 2025

How Much Exercise You Need to Offset Sitting All Day, According to Science

February 4, 2025

Your smartwatch might be making you sick, new research says

Many of us rely on our running smartwatches daily, using them as an essential training tool to track pace, distance and heart rate. However, new research, as reported in The Guardian, suggests that some of these handy devices come with an unexpected downside. Running Magazine

February 3, 2025

New Study Reveals Struggles Women Face in Gyms

A new study highlighting the persistent challenges women face in gym environments could offer some food for thought for gym and health club operators looking to make their spaces more inclusive to female members. Athletech News

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 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 23, 2025

Interest in Women’s Sports Soars Among Gen Z – and Men

Game-changing dynamics are reshaping women’s sports viewership. Fresh data from CivicScience reveals a significant surge in fan engagement—particularly among two surprising demographics. Civic Science

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 9, 2025

54% of women more likely to enter an ultramarathon if they can walk

According to a survey by the Threshold Trail Series, over half of women (54%) say they’d be more likely to take on an ultramarathon event if they knew walking was an option. Endurance.Biz

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 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 17, 2024

Morning people make faster marathoners, study shows

If you’re the type of person who typically jumps out of bed at the crack of dawn, thrilled to greet the new day, and who feels most productive in the morning, you may be more likely to achieve your marathon time goal than your night owl training partner, according to...

December 10, 2024

How to Get More Women in Triathlon, According to Women

Today SheRACES, in partnership with Fund Her Tri UK, released research on how the sport can become more inclusive of women in triathlon. The survey of more than 900 female triathletes gathered data on how participants relate to race-day aspects, including the feasibility of cut-off times; availability of menstrual products; presence of lactation...

December 9, 2024

Report explores opportunities for investors in women’s sports

Professional women’s sports are thriving. A new study reveals this sector's long-term potential for sustainable growth, ROI and making a positive impact. RBC Wealth Management

December 9, 2024

ClassPass Reflects on 2024: Fitness Trends & Wellness Insights

ClassPass is closing out 2024 having expanded into food and beverage offerings and is gearing up for an initial public offering, but before the year wraps up, the fitness and wellness platform is taking a moment to reflect on the year’s top workout and wellness trends. Athletic News

December 5, 2024

Brief bursts of activity linked to heart health benefits for women

A study reveals that just 3.4 minutes of daily vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity (VILPA) is associated with a 45% reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events and a 67% lower risk of heart failure in women. News Medical

December 5, 2024

New research finds four minutes of walking per day halves heart attack risk in women

Now, an even newer study has found that just four minutes of brisk walking per day could halve the risk of heart attacks in women. Women's Health

December 4, 2024

Strava Releases Annual Year in Sport Trend Report, Revealing That Working Out Is No Longer About Burning Out

Strava, the app for active people,announced the release of its annual Year In Sport: Trend Report, which identifies the trends that shaped the global active landscape in 2024. New global data highlights a shift toward more balanced workouts, run clubs replacing nightclubs as social hotspots, plus the year’s top workout...

December 4, 2024

Fitness, Not Weight, Is the Best Marker of Health, Finds New Study

Weight doesn't indicate how much of you is muscle and how much is fat. Weight doesn't indicate what's going on inside our body, like how much visceral fat we have. MSN

December 3, 2024

New Research Highlights Financial Realities of Professional Women Athletes

NEW YORK, NY – December 3, 2024 /SPORTSWIRE WOMEN/ - Parity, a Group 1001 company and the premier platform for professional women athlete partnerships, today released “Beyond the Game: Exposing the Economic Realities of Professional Women Athletes’, a new comprehensive study revealing the financial uncertainties facing 500 verified professional women...

December 2, 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

November 16, 2024

Hang ten: women surfers still trying to catch a break

Women surfers were equally represented at the recent Olympics and competition prize money has been made equal between genders in recent years however they are still struggling with a cultural barrier when staking a claim in the local line-up. Mail Online

November 8, 2024

Why Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training Might Be the Next Big Fitness Trend

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training has become widely used in physical therapy contexts since it can help people regain their strength while rehabbing from an injury. Athletes also incorporate the technique in-season, when it can be dangerous to lift too heavy. To democratize access to BFR training, SmartTools has invested heavily in...