Modeling optimal marathon performance on the basis of physiological factors

Interesting study -- dated 1991, this sounds like part of the inspiration behind the Nike Breaking2 attempt [1]. The current world record is now 2:02:57, no longer 2:06:50 as mentioned in the document.

[1] https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=V2ZLG-Fij_4

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faster-Obsession-Science-Fastest-Cy... is an interesting read related to this.

(Cycling obviously, but the genetics behind VO2max apply across different types of physical activity.)