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"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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Interview with Ultra Mami in Chile!
This message goes out especially to our thousands of Hispanic friends: How totally cool it was to do a TV interview in CHILE with the vivacious Leslie Barrenal from the Ultra Mami organization and Radio Lab Chile! It is wonderful to see so many women from Chile are now running and realizing their power to…
Read More261 Fearless Running & Walking Series MOVE THE WORLD!
We welcome and connect runners and walkers of all abilities, globally, and make everyone a WINNER and a shining supporter of women’s empowerment through running. It is a non-competitive, virtual, charity running series with four events, where participants choose their own running or walking distance, time and location. https://www.261fearless.org/movetheworld/
Read MoreLondon Marathon 40th Anniversary
Hi Friends! A massive 40th anniversary for us! August 3, 1980: The Avon London International Women’s Marathon, with 27 countries and 5 continents represented, exceeded the International Olympic Requirements for the inclusion of a new event, and 7 months later the International Olympic Committee voted in the first Women’s Olympic Marathon for the 1984…
Read More"I always say that talent and capability is everywhere, all it needs is opportunity."
— Kathrine Switzer
Read it. Wear it. Believe it.
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
Kathrine Switzer has long been one of runnings most iconic figures. Because of her millions of women are now empowered by the simple act of running.
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