The News Agents Weekend Edition - The Sports Agents
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Apr 25, 2025 
Kathrine Switzer, the pioneer who became the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon, shares her inspiring journey. She discusses the historical challenges faced by women in sports and celebrates the evolution of women's running. The conversation highlights the significance of her legacy, paving the way for future generations. Also featured is Eilish McColgan, preparing for her marathon debut, and Andrew Strauss running in memory of his late wife, showcasing the powerful personal motivations behind marathon running.
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Eilish McColgan's Marathon Debut
- Eilish McColgan remembers being a kid at London Marathon with her mum and never imagining she'd race it elite one day.
- Her debut marathon carries emotional weight as she aims to beat her mum's winning time of 2:26.
Marathon Fueling Challenges
- Marathon fueling and hydration are critical new challenges for track athletes like Eilish McColgan.
- Practice taking drinks and gels at race pace because race day differs greatly from training conditions.
Andrew Strauss's Run-Walk Strategy
- Andrew Strauss tried the run-walk-run method in a marathon but found stopping and starting hard mentally.
- He joked spectators thought he was in trouble when he walked after just four minutes of running.