The collective responses reflect a high level of interest and agreement, as seen in comments citing specific projections like records plateauing after 2027, and models based on animal speed limits, which demonstrate a shared understanding of the study's significance. The tone is analytical and contemplative, emphasizing the potential limits of human performance and the wider implications for sports and achievement.
AgreementStrong agreement
Most discussions recognize and support the article's assertion that world records are nearing their physiological limits, indicating strong consensus.
InterestHigh interest
The topic draws high interest, especially with references to future projections, models, and implications for human achievement, reflecting curiosity and relevance.
EngagementModerate engagement
Participants engage with detailed aspects like models based on animals and statistical methods, showing thoughtful consideration without deep technical debate.
ImpactHigh impact
Discussions suggest the article has significant implications for athletic performance, records, and the future of sports, indicating a substantial perceived impact.
Abstract in brief
The progression of world records in sports follows a predictable pattern that shows rapid improvements initially, which then slow down exponentially as they approach the limits of human physiological capabilities.
Based on an analysis of over 3,200 world records since 1896, the study predicts that by around 2027, most records will be within 0.5% of their ultimate maximum, suggesting humans are nearing their physiological limits in sports performance.
The model indicates that in the near future, we may hit a point where further record improvements are minimal, impacting athlete training, competition organization, and possibly changing the Olympic spirit and ideas about human achievement.]
En él se cita este estudio, que augura el final de estos records. Desde hace ya años el ritmo con el que se baten ha decrecido. https://t.co/BGAc6z27j7
Les records mondiaux (RM) de 1896 étaient à environ 75% de leurs valeurs maximales théoriques
Aujourd'hui, ces records atteignent 99% de leur potentiel maximal
Les projections suggèrent qu'à partir de 2027, 50%des RM ne s'améliorera plus que de 0,05%
https://t.co/NXszlxGSl9 https://t.co/us7PZSkQ1P
Aug 7, 2024 · 9 likes · 15,113 followersView post →
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Ross Tucker
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@dafbow @JoePompliano @MikeBubbins @SteffGarrero @elisjames @distantpod Another pretty interesting approach was this one, where the researcher used horses and greyhounds to model a limit to speed after genetics are optimized, and then applied it to humans! https://t.co/GMWM2weoVF
Jul 31, 2021 · 1 like · 102,120 followersView post →
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Ross Tucker
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@dafbow @JoePompliano @MikeBubbins @SteffGarrero @elisjames @distantpod No problem. Here is the paper I mentioned above, by the way. The methods are quite heavy stats, but the key findings are quite clearly presented, so it may be of interest! https://t.co/GMWM2weoVF
Jul 31, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 102,120 followersView post →
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Andy Renfree
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2008 paper - "half of all WR will not be improved by more than 0,05% in 2027" https://t.co/CGOJdwLHxp
Jan 12, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,613 followersView post →
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RT @carmen_pacheco: En él se cita este estudio, que augura el final de estos records. Desde hace ya años el ritmo con el que se baten ha de…
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The progression of world records shows rapid initial improvements, followed by a slowdown as athletes near physiological limits. By 2027, most records may be within 0.5% of their maximum, indicating humans are…
Les records mondiaux (RM) de 1896 étaient à environ 75% de leurs valeurs maximales théoriques
Aujourd'hui, ces records atteignent 99% de leur potentiel maximal
Les projections suggèrent qu'à partir de 2027, 50%des RM ne s'améliorera plus que de 0,05%
https://t.co/NXszlxGSl9 https://t.co/us7PZSkQ1P
Aug 7, 2024 · 9 likes · 15,113 followersView post →
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Ross Tucker
@Scienceofsport · X
@dafbow @JoePompliano @MikeBubbins @SteffGarrero @elisjames @distantpod Another pretty interesting approach was this one, where the researcher used horses and greyhounds to model a limit to speed after genetics are optimized, and then applied it to humans! https://t.co/GMWM2weoVF
Jul 31, 2021 · 1 like · 102,120 followersView post →
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Dafydd Rhys Bowen
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RT @Scienceofsport: @dafbow @JoePompliano @MikeBubbins @SteffGarrero @elisjames @distantpod No problem. Here is the paper I mentioned above…
@dafbow @JoePompliano @MikeBubbins @SteffGarrero @elisjames @distantpod No problem. Here is the paper I mentioned above, by the way. The methods are quite heavy stats, but the key findings are quite clearly presented, so it may be of interest! https://t.co/GMWM2weoVF
Jul 31, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 102,120 followersView post →
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Basurilla
@Trolilloverde · X
RT @carmen_pacheco: En él se cita este estudio, que augura el final de estos records. Desde hace ya años el ritmo con el que se baten ha de…
En él se cita este estudio, que augura el final de estos records. Desde hace ya años el ritmo con el que se baten ha decrecido. https://t.co/BGAc6z27j7
2008 paper - "half of all WR will not be improved by more than 0,05% in 2027" https://t.co/CGOJdwLHxp
Jan 12, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,613 followersView post →
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