Kathrine Virginia Switzer (born January 5, 1947) [1] is an American marathon runner, author, and television commentator. [2] In 1967, she became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon as an officially registered competitor. [3]

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.

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.

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. Highlights of Kathrine’s iconic career

On April 19, 1967, over 600 runners began the Boston Marathon in cold, wet conditions. Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to enter the race officially, recalled the initial excitement, saying, “Everyone was happy and cheering. The guys were wonderful.”

2021年12月15日 · Kathrine Switzer became the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon despite being attacked by the race director who tried to physically pull her out of the race because...

On this “‘Cuse Conversation,” Kathrine Switzer discusses making history as the first woman to run the Boston Marathon, why she’s never stopped advocating for the inclusion of women in sports and what it means to be a proud alumna.

2024年12月9日 · Instead of wallowing in what could have potentially been the lowest moment of her life, Kathrine Switzer ’68, G’72, H’18 used the adversity she overcame during her historic run at the Boston Marathon as fuel to inspire women around the world.

2024年4月12日 · Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to register for the coveted race. Almost 60 years later, she remains a force empowering women to move.

2019年3月7日 · Who is Kathrine Switzer and how did she change women's running? On April 19, 1967, 20-year-old Kathrine Switzer (bib number 261) lined up to run the Boston Marathon at a time when women weren’t...