I too was amazed when I read Kathrine Switzer's piece in yesterday's NY Times. Since most of the people I've known who run in the marathon are women, I had no idea how recent it was that women were included. Switzer's article was fabulous in highlighting the impact that marathon participation has in building self-esteem and encouraging community empowerment. Just supports how important it is for us to know our history and the hurdles we've overcome!
I too was amazed when I read Kathrine Switzer's piece in yesterday's NY Times. Since most of the people I've known who run in the marathon are women, I had no idea how recent it was that women were included. Switzer's article was fabulous in highlighting the impact that marathon participation has in building self-esteem and encouraging community empowerment. Just supports how important it is for us to know our history and the hurdles we've overcome!