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  • Understanding brain activity's role in endurance events like marathons is crucial.

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  • A marathon runner was monitored using portable metabolic and EEG systems throughout a race.
  • Brain activity changes were observed early, before significant physiological fatigue indicators.

Findings:

  • Early alterations in brain activity preceded physiological markers of fatigue.
  • Reduced brain activity correlated with decreased speed, increased perceived exertion, and glycogen depletion.
  • The study observed brain activity patterns linked to "hitting the wall".

Implications:

  • Training may benefit from incorporating brain signal awareness for pacing and fatigue management.
  • Optimizing performance and preventing exhaustion could be enhanced by understanding central governor mechanisms.
  • This case report provides novel insights into brain-body interaction during extreme endurance exercise.