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Women Closing the Gap with Men in Ultra-Endurance Sports

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Women Closing the Gap with Men in Ultra-Endurance Sports

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  • Men typically dominate most athletic events, particularly in marathons, with a 10% performance advantage, but this gap decreases significantly in ultra-endurance sports.
  • In ultra-distance competitions, the disparity may be as low as 4%, with some instances of women outpacing men.
  • Women's muscle composition, featuring more type I muscle fibers, contributes to greater fatigue resistance, aiding performance over long durations.
  • Women exhibit better fat metabolism and hormonal profiles that promote endurance, recovering faster than men during prolonged physical exertion.
  • With incremental advancements in training and support, women are forging a path towards potentially outperforming men in future ultra-endurance events.

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