Perceived Effects of Marathoning Scale

Motivation of Marathon and Ultra-Marathon Runners. A Narrative Review

“…41 Simultaneously, weight-related motivation is a poor predictor of running and physical health benefits. 45 …”

“… 48 Self-esteem is correlated with health-perceived benefits from the physical and psychological aspects. 45 However, this motive becomes less critical with age, 36 experience, and years of training. 49 A sense of accomplishment is highly motivational for single runners, unmarried and without children.…”

“…The socially connected motivations of runners are strongly associated with perceived benefits from completing a marathon and not only physical well-being. 45 Empty nesters appreciate the aspect of socializing. 16 These runners seek recognition based on marathon training.…”

“… 42 Relationships drive marathon runners, but not health; benefits are more frequently motivated by life-meaning factors. 45 However, according to several studies, the importance of recognition as a motivation for running decreases with an increase in age. It is higher among marathon runners compared with short- or long-distance runners.…”

Why Do We Run in a Sporting Event? A Gender Perspective through the Half-Marathon of Cordoba, Spain

“…Exploring new dimensions for participation in marathon events often stems from significant societal changes (Zach et al 2017). As participants' demographics continuously evolve alongside societal shifts (Loughran et al 2013), their needs and motivations are likewise influenced. The COVID-19 pandemic, for instance, prompted a re-evaluation of motivations for participation, with the addition of a safety precaution dimension alongside traditional motivations such as competition, skill improvement, socialisation, and enjoyment (Tomino and Perić 2022).…”