Average 5K Pace and Time by Age & Gender
What counts as a good 5K time? Benchmark tables by age group and gender, based on real race data.
Average 10K Time by Age & Gender
What is a good 10K time? Projected finish times and paces by age group and gender, derived from our 5K benchmarks.
Average Marathon Time by Age & Gender
Average marathon finish times worldwide, broken down by age group, gender and experience level.
Average Half Marathon Time by Age & Gender
What is a good half marathon time? Projected finish times and paces by age group and gender, derived from our 5K benchmarks.
Fastest Marathon Times in History – World Records
The complete history of marathon world records, from the first sub-2:10 to today.
Running Statistics 2026: Demographics, Habits & Trends
How many people run, how often, and what is changing — the latest data on the global running boom.
Most Popular Running Distances: 5K to Ultramarathon
Which race distances runners actually sign up for, and how participation has shifted.
Most Expensive Cities to Run a Marathon
Entry fees, travel and accommodation compared across major marathon cities.
World's Toughest Running Race Countries
Heat, altitude, hills and humidity — where in the world running is hardest.