Heliyon September 2024 PMID 39281580

Pacing strategies in marathons: A systematic review.

Jungong Sha, Qing Yi, Xin Jiang, Zhengwei Wang, Houwen Cao, Shan Jiang

Mentions

3
Peak: 1 in Jan 2025
across 2 sources since Jan 2025

Extended reach

6,415
potential audience

Total likes

63

Video views

6,290

Mentions per month

Jan 2025 – Nov 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several discussions highlight the importance of pacing strategies, using phrases like 'understanding energy allocation' and 'performance insights' which show interest. The tone signals curiosity and some critical reflection, but a lack of strong consensus or calls for major changes suggests moderate overall impact and engagement.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions are mixed, with some users acknowledging the relevance of the study while others remain skeptical about its conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

Many users express curiosity about how pacing strategies influence performance, indicating moderate interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants are engaging by sharing insights and questions, showing thoughtful consideration of the topic.

ImpactNeutral impact

There is limited evidence that these discussions are leading to widespread change or significant influence on training practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The study aimed to analyze pacing strategies used by marathon runners and understand how they allocate energy during races, which may reveal insights into their athletic performance and capabilities.
  • A systematic review of 39 studies was conducted, focusing on various pacing strategies such as even, parabolic, negative, and positive pacing, highlighting that most runners tend to use positive pacing (77%).
  • Factors affecting pacing strategies included gender, age, performance level, social grouping during the race, and both physiological and psychological aspects.

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Minami Seki(OT)
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Jan 4, 2025 · 12 likes · 126 followers View post →