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Run, Switzer, Run: The Women Who Broke the Marathon Taboo

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Endurance and Equality: The Ultrarunning Journey

This chapter explores an ultramarathon race featuring diverse participants, including a breastfeeding mother, while juxtaposing the experiences of seasoned athletes against newcomers. It also examines historical challenges faced by women in marathon running, including biases and misrepresentations in early Olympic events.

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