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Kathrine Virginia Switzer (born January 5, 1947) is an American marathon runner, author, and television commentator. In the year 1967, she became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon as an officially registered competitor.
Dec 15, 2021 · Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon, despite being attacked by the race director who tried to stop her. She shares her story, the challenges she faced and the impact she made on women's running.
Learn about Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to officially register and run the Boston Marathon in 1967. Find out her latest news, events, book, and merchandise.
Kathrine Switzer has long been one of running’s most iconic figures. Not just for breaking barriers as the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon in 1967, but also for creating positive global social change. Because of her millions of women are now empowered by the simple act of running.
Learn about Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon in 1967 and a pioneer for women's sports and fitness. Discover her achievements, books, speaking engagements, and personal life.
Apr 17, 2017 · Kathrine Switzer’s marathon in 1967 became historic because she was the first woman to complete the all-male race as an official entrant — her registration as “K.V. Switzer” hid her...
May 15, 2012 · Kathrine Switzer on the prejudices women athletes faced, her historic Boston Marathon run, and the doors it opened for other women athletes. http://www.maker...
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