Degree of body weight (BW) loss (%) and marathon performance in men and women of different ages
| Age (years) | <40 | 40–50 | >50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men | BW loss (%) (n) | 2.2±2.2 (216) | 2.3±2.2 (246) | 2.3±1.7 (98) |
| Performance (min) (n) | 226±28 (216) | 224±27 (246) | 234±29 (98) | |
| Women | BW loss (%) (n) | 1.7±1.7 (25) | 2.4±2.4 (40) | 3.3±3.7 (17) |
| Performance (min) (n) | 250±26 (25) | 251±29 (14) | 253±19 (17) | |
Data are mean (±SEM).