Stress and anxiety before a marathon can leave runners at risk of getting sick – new research

By Sophie E Harrison, Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science, Bangor University, Bangor University
Neil Walsh, Professor, Applied Physiology, Liverpool John Moores University
Ross Roberts, Professor in Sport & Exercise Psychology, Institute for the Psychology of Elite Performance, Bangor University

Marathons have quickly become a popular pursuit. Hundreds of thousands of people submit ballots each year to run in some of the most prestigious races. In 2024, a record number of people crossed the finish line at some of the world’s biggest marathons. If you haven’t run a marathon yourself, chances are you know someone who has.

While we know that running has…

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