Japanese sports brand Asics is conducting a study to understand the changing needs of runners, and so far the results have shown that runners of every level are running more often and for longer distances.

The study spoke to 14,000 regular exercisers across 12 countries and found that 36% globally are more active now than they were before the pandemic began. Two-thirds (67% globally) said exercise helps them cope mentally and 79% said staying active is making them feel “saner and more in control”. Running is playing a key role in helping 81% “clear their mind” while 65% globally said the mental benefits of running outweigh other forms of exercise.

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