2015 Archives - Kathrine Switzer

Message from Kathrine: Association with 261WM in Mallorca

February 14, 2016

Dear Friends and Colleagues, As you probably know, the 261 Fearless movement has in the last five months been legally constituted as a non-profit corporation. This is very good news, and has already opened up some exciting relationships and developments for us. However, it has not been possible to reach an equitable arrangement with Sports…Read More

Blog from 261 Fearless Treasurer Howard Lipset

November 26, 2015

As you know any start-up is hard work. How lucky we are with our non-profit 261 Fearless Inc. to have financial advice and plenty of passion (from a non-runner, no less!) from Howard Lipset of Progressive Management, Inc. This article is super and insightful–please take a look. Join us and be 261 Fearless!! Cheers, KathrineRead More

It wasn’t easy to be the 1st female Boston Marathoner, RVAnews by Kathryn Pullman

November 11, 2015

What does a small town runner do when she’s suddenly given the opportunity to interview two running legends? First, she doesn’t believe it. Next, she has an internal fan-girl freak out–imagine jumping up and down, squealing, grinning… the whole nine yards. But all internal. (I swear.) Then, once she’s recovered, she dives into research so…Read More

Kathrine Switzer on Running: “Be Fearless” on Iowa Public Radio

October 22, 2015

Charity Nebbe talks with Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to register for and run the Boston Marathon Listen Here Runner and author Kathrine Switzer first made headlines in 1967 when the Boston Marathon race commissioner yanked her from the course by her sweatshirt. Today, she’s written three books and tours the world spreading her message…Read More

Kathrine Switzer Launches Global Non-profit 261 Fearless, Inc. with an Ambassador program, Club Training System and Events

October 20, 2015

Kathrine Switzer is pleased to announce the launch of 261 Fearless, Inc., a global non-profit aimed to connect women runners in a unique community that provides communication platforms, clubs, events, training and merchandizing. 261 Fearless uses running as the means to empower women to overcome life obstacles and embrace healthy living. The community unites under…Read More

Interview with Women’s Lifestyle Magazine

October 12, 2015

By Bril Kilroy Kathrine Switzer shares what it felt like to be the first woman to join men in the Boston Marathon, and what it feels like now to make more strides toward gender equality in sports. Read Full Article (Page 64)Read More

Runner Kathrine Switzer spreads message of fearlessness, Houston Chronicle

October 5, 2015

By Roberta MacGinnis Kathrine Switzer became a worldwide sensation in 1967 when a Boston Marathon race director tried to shove her off the course after he saw her running in what traditionally had been a men-only event. The scene, captured by a photographer, transformed her life. Read Full ArticleRead More

Inaugural Bellin Women’s Half Marathon first US partner event for 261 Fearless, Inc.

September 21, 2015

The inaugural Bellin Women’s Half Marathon on Sept. 26 has been named the first United States partner event for 261 Fearless, Inc., a global nonprofit community of female runners and walkers founded by women’s running legend Kathrine Switzer. 261 Fearless is using running as a vehicle to empower women globally, reaching out to make them…Read More

Kathrine named one of “50 Most Influential People in Running” by Runner’s World, October 2015

September 13, 2015

Hi Friends! What an honour to be named one of Runners World’s 50 Most Influential People in Running and to have the world hear more about 261 Fearless, Inc. our new non-profit movement that is empowering women around the globe. Take a look and join us! www.261fearless.org Cheers, Kathrine Read More

The New Culture of Capability, by Kathrine Switzer, New England Runner July/August 2015

July 30, 2015

As featured in the latest July/August 2015 issue of New England Runner. Purchase your issue at New England Runner. The New Culture of Capability Over the last year, I have sat in on women’s network meetings in some of the world’s largest IT, insurance, and non-profit companies. Without fail, I’ve been extremely impressed with the…Read More

Video clip of CMHR exhibition from CBC

July 26, 2015

Hi Friends! My historic running tutu has made big news–take a look at this very fine clip from the CBC national tv news about the exhibition in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Keep pushing for positive change, friends! Cheers, Kathrine Watch Video HereRead More

FOUR RULE-BREAKING LESSONS FROM THE FIRST WOMAN TO (OFFICIALLY) RUN THE BOSTON MARATHON, Fast Company, by Gwen Moran

April 20, 2015

HOW KATHRINE SWITZER’S HISTORY-MAKING MOVE IN 1967 LED TO A CAREER ADVOCATING FOR WOMEN IN SPORTS. When Kathrine “K.V.” Switzer took her place at the starting line of the 1967 Boston Marathon, wearing a bulky, grey sweat suit and lipstick, she was about to make history. No woman had ever officially entered and run the…Read More

Kathrine Switzer story: When only men ran marathons, BBC Witness Program video

April 20, 2015

In 1967, Kathrine Switzer became the first woman to run in an official marathon race when she ran in the Boston race, which is being held on Monday. Until then it had been assumed that women could not run the distance but with the help of her trainer, Switzer set out to prove them wrong.…Read More

Kathrine’s Boston Marathon Recap, AOL On Sports video

April 20, 2015

Reporting from the Boston Marathon photo bridge, Kathrine Switzer reports on the near photo finish of the elite women’s race. If unable to see video, watch video here.Read More

Kathrine Switzer Reports Live from the Boston Marathon, AOL On Sports

April 17, 2015

Here, Kathrine reports from the race course where she first made history. If unable to view video, view video here.Read More

8 Women Made History at Boston Marathon in 1972 –14,000 Registered in 2015 Race, Huffington Post by Beverly Wettenstein

April 15, 2015

On April 19, 1967, Kathrine Switzer, 20, a journalism major at Syracuse University, entered the Boston Marathon as “K.V. Switzer,” wearing a bulky sweatsuit. At the time, the Amateur Athletics Union (AAU) did not admit women into marathons. Switzer became the first female to officially enter and run. The photo of a race official forcibly…Read More

Running pioneer encourages people to flip negative experiences, Bloomington Pantagraph by Paul Swiech

April 15, 2015

Soon after Kathrine Switzer was attacked by a race official early in her effort to become the first woman to officially enter and complete the Boston Marathon, an enormous weight was lifted off her shoulder. Her steps became lighter when she decided to finish. “When I was attacked by Jock Semple, it was the worst…Read More

Seneca Falls to Host Women’s Right to Run 19K

April 8, 2015

A committee of individuals, led by organizing sponsor Generations Bank, announced today the first ever Women’s Right to Run 19K will take place on May 7, 2016 – Mother’s Day Weekend – in Seneca Falls. Proceeds from the run will benefit the National Women’s Hall of Fame’s capital campaign which raises funds to rehabilitate the…Read More

Penny Takes Palma Path In 100 Marathons Mission, North West Evening Mail

April 1, 2015

IN her tireless pursuit of completing 100 marathons, Hoad Hill Harriers veteran Penny Moreton flew to Palma, Mallorca to take part in the 261 Women’s Marathon. Organised by American author, TV commentator and Boston Marathon history-maker Kathrine Switzer, this event is the only women’s marathon in Europe. Staged as part of the International Women’s Day…Read More

5 women from Syracuse who earned a place in the National Women’s Hall of Fame, Syracuse.com by Jill Teitjen

March 31, 2015

You know the National Women’s Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls commemorates women who left their mark on the nation. There are civic leaders. Suffragists. People who blazed a way forward. But did you know some had Syracuse connections? See how many you recognize. Read Full ArticleRead More

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Message from Kathrine: Association with 261WM in Mallorca

Blog from 261 Fearless Treasurer Howard Lipset

It wasn’t easy to be the 1st female Boston Marathoner, RVAnews by Kathryn Pullman

Kathrine Switzer on Running: “Be Fearless” on Iowa Public Radio

Kathrine Switzer Launches Global Non-profit 261 Fearless, Inc. with an Ambassador program, Club Training System and Events

Interview with Women’s Lifestyle Magazine

Runner Kathrine Switzer spreads message of fearlessness, Houston Chronicle

Inaugural Bellin Women’s Half Marathon first US partner event for 261 Fearless, Inc.

Kathrine named one of “50 Most Influential People in Running” by Runner’s World, October 2015

The New Culture of Capability, by Kathrine Switzer, New England Runner July/August 2015

Video clip of CMHR exhibition from CBC

FOUR RULE-BREAKING LESSONS FROM THE FIRST WOMAN TO (OFFICIALLY) RUN THE BOSTON MARATHON, Fast Company, by Gwen Moran

Kathrine Switzer story: When only men ran marathons, BBC Witness Program video

Kathrine’s Boston Marathon Recap, AOL On Sports video

Kathrine Switzer Reports Live from the Boston Marathon, AOL On Sports

8 Women Made History at Boston Marathon in 1972 –14,000 Registered in 2015 Race, Huffington Post by Beverly Wettenstein

Running pioneer encourages people to flip negative experiences, Bloomington Pantagraph by Paul Swiech

Seneca Falls to Host Women’s Right to Run 19K

Penny Takes Palma Path In 100 Marathons Mission, North West Evening Mail

5 women from Syracuse who earned a place in the National Women’s Hall of Fame, Syracuse.com by Jill Teitjen

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