A new systematic review of the New York City Marathon reveals what the data says about pacing, injuries, aging, and performance — and what every runner can take from it. The New York City Marathon is a giant endurance laboratory. More than 50,000 runners. Five boroughs. Bridges, wind, crowding, long pre-race logistics, uneven pacing demands, variable weather, and every kind of runner from world-class professionals to first-time marathoners. A new systematic review compiled the scientific literature on the NYC Marathon, including 76 publications reporting findings on participation, performance, aging, nationality, injuries, environment, pacing, medical outcomes, shoes, and other race-specific features.
What 50,000 Runners And 76 Studies Teach Us About Racing The NYC Marathon Smarter