Athlete. Activist. Author.
"If you are losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon."
— Kathrine Switzer
Meet Kathrine
Kathrine Switzer, long been one of running’s most iconic figures, is knownwas not just for breaking barriers but also for creating positive global social change. Because of her, millions of women are now empowered by the simple act of running.
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An acclaimed speaker who addresses corporations, business conferences, fund-raisers, universities and special interest groups with a message that goes far beyond running.
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Marathon Woman, Kathrine's best-selling book, is available now in an updated, special 50th anniversary celebratory edition. Signed copies available on her store.
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Northside Hospital Atlanta Women’s 4 Miler
Lenox Square Peachtree Road Northeast, AtlantaCelebrate women and fitness like never before at the 2025 Northside Hospital Atlanta Women's 4 Miler! This year, we're bringing you a fresh new date, a new location at Lenox Square…
Every Woman’s Marathon: A Race for Women, by Women
Savannah, GeorgiaSuper news! 261 Fearless is proud to be a Charity Partner of the @everywomansmarathon powered by Team Milk in Savannah, GA on 11/16/24. By signing up, you will support our…
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CNN Original Series “Decades in Sports” from Playtone’s Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman and Mark Herzog to Premiere Sunday, August 2
CNN Original Series Decades in Sports from executive producers Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman and Mark Herzog explores the cultural and political milestones that transformed sports and helped shape America. The newest installment in the Emmy® Award-nominated Decades franchise premieres…
Read MoreKathrine Switzer Papers Now Open for Research
The Syracuse University collection materials support research in women’s and gender studies, journalism, sports history, communication, public policy, sociology and activism.
Read MoreBelieve in Every Step: Championing Women Athletes Across Generations
An evening of inspiration and connection ahead of the 2026 Mastercard New York Mini 10K! Join New York Road Runners at Volvo Cars Manhattan as we bring together and uplift the women’s…
Read More"I always say that talent and capability is everywhere, all it needs is opportunity."
— Kathrine Switzer
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Marathon Woman
In honor of her running the Boston Marathon on the 50th anniversary of her first historic run in 1967, Kathrine's best-selling book Marathon Woman (DaCapo Press) is being re-launched in an updated edition that includes a new introduction directed to the women of 2017.
Keep moving over 40
An indispensable and encouraging guide for every woman looking for a fun, easy and economical route to fitness & health.
Tag it fearless
Wear it for a guaranteed P.R.! This pewter charm is not fine jewelry (although plenty of women wear it as a necklace); it’s designed to be put on your shoelace to go with you through miles of pounding the roads and trails, literally or figuratively.
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Meet Kathrine
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