Physiology and Pathophysiology of Marathon Running: A narrative Review by Lorin Braschler, Pantelis T. Nikolaidis, Mabliny Thuany, Daniela Chlíbková, Thomas Rosemann, Katja Weiss, Matthias Wilhelm, Beat Knechtle

“…Considering the high popularity of marathon running, these findings supply athletes, coaches, sports scientists, and sports medicine practitioners with practical applications. …”
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The Sub 2-h Official Marathon is Possible: Developing a Drafting Strategy for a Historic Breakthrough in Sports by G. D. Fernandes, Nazir Laureano Gandur, Dioser Santos, Victor Maldonado

“…Abstract Background Drafting for drag reduction is a tactic commonly employed by elite athletes of various sports. The strategy has been adopted by Kenyan runner Eliud Kipchoge on numerous marathon events in the past, including the 2018 and 2022 editions of the Berlin marathon (where Kipchoge set two official world records), as well as in two special attempts to break the 2 h mark for the distance, the Nike Breaking2 (2017) and the INEOS 1:59 Challenge (2019), where Kipchoge used an improved drafting formation to finish in 1:59:40, although that is not recognized as an official record. …”
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The Transformative Power of Embodied Behaviour: Influencing Tourists’ Experience in the Guangzhou Marathon as a Mass Participant Sports Event by Xin Xu, Guangquan Dai

Subjects: “…mass participant sports event…”
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Integrating Digital Technology Into Marathon Race With a Technology-Driven Service Design Approach to Enhance Marathoner Experiences by Sawitree Phua, Atthaves Borriraklert, Theeraya Mayakul

“…However, its comprehensive use in marathons to enhance marathoner experience remains underexplored. …”
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First-Aid System for Marathon Athletes Based on Telemedicine Technology by Caixia Chen, Shuai Liu

“…With the emphasis on sports in the region and the improvement of people’s living standards, more and more people participate in various sports and activities including marathon, so that more and more cities are hosting or even vying for it. …”
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IS SUSTAINABLE RUNNING POSSIBLE? EXPLORING INITIATIVES IN URBAN MARATHONS IN EUROPE by Liwia Delińska

“…Practical implications: The findings of this study underscore the importance of transparent communication and involvement of all stakeholders in enhancing the sustainability of large-scale sporting events. By identifying successful strategies, this research provides valuable insights for different event organizers, policymakers, and cities aiming to improve the environmental performance of urban marathons. …”
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Rhabdomyolysis Occurring under Statins after Intense Physical Activity in a Marathon Runner by Éric Toussirot, Fabrice Michel, Nicolas Meneveau

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Cardiac Output and Performance during a Marathon Race in Middle-Aged Recreational Runners by Véronique L. Billat, Hélène Petot, Morgan Landrain, Renaud Meilland, Jean Pierre Koralsztein, Laurence Mille-Hamard

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Effect of Midsole Compliance on Oxygen Consumption and Perception of Effort and Comfort during running by Kai Biedermann, Gian-Andri Baumann, Christina M. Spengler, Fernando G. Beltrami

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Left Ventricular Hypertrabeculation (LVHT) in Athletes: A Negligible Finding? by Rokas Jagminas, Rokas Šerpytis, Pranas Šerpytis, Sigita Glaveckaitė

“…The patient was advised to cease sports and stimulants like caffeine use. At the 29-month follow-up, CMR showed the normalisation of the non-compacted to compacted myocardial ratio and an improvement in left ventricular function, with no further syncopal episodes reported. …”
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Accuracy of smartwatches in predicting distance running performance by Jiansong Dai, Gangrui Chen, Zhonghe Gu, Yuxuan Qi, Kai Xu

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Validity of a Sham Dry Needling Technique on a Healthy Population by Daniel M Cushman, Anna Holman, Lee Skinner, Keith Cummings, Peter Haight, Masaru Teramoto

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Newspaper Coverage Effects on the Promotion of a Lifestyle Intervention Program by Sindre M. Dyrstad, Leif I. Tjelta

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