Training Volume and Training Frequency Changes Associated with Boston Marathon Race Performance.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Physical training influences competitive marathon performance, including training volume and training frequency changes (TFCs) pre-race. Training intensity distribution (i.e., steady-state, quality sessions, interval training) and cross-training contribute to volume and TFCs that may influence performance.

Objective

The aim of this study is to assess the relationships among training and TFCs preceding the 2022 Boston Marathon and race performance.

Methods

Adult 2022 Boston Marathon registrants were contacted via email 1 month pre-race. Athletes reported demographics, training/racing experience, and training pre-race. TFCs were calculated by comparing two timeframes: 12-4 and 4-0 month pre-race training. Official race performance was obtained from chip timin

SUBMITTER: DeJong Lempke AF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12441744 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature