Everyday Running Legends

Kathrine Switzer - The first ever female boston marathon runner


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Up until 1967 no women had ever officially raced the Boston marathon. Kathrine Switzer was determined to change that and in the process initiate a global movement for all women participating in running events. Learn why she first decided to run Boston, how she was almost pushed off the course by officials and the aftermath of her success which made global headlines. 

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Everyday Running LegendsBy Brodie Sharpe