Weather and Marathon Success: Exploring the Effects of Environmental Factors on Race Outcomes

Abstract Objective This study aims to investigate the impact of various weather conditions—temperature, humidity, wind speed, and precipitation—on marathon performance, providing valuable insights for athletes, coaches, and race organizers. Methods A quantitative, observational research design involving 500 experienced marathon runners was employed. Data were collected from multiple marathon events, encompassing meteorological data (temperature, humidity, wind … Read more