Darcy Piceu and Gina Lucrezi share thoughts on this important topic.
"We're in a real interesting time right now. If I do nothing else in the sport, it would be to raise awareness."
This is a different conversation for Fastest Known Time, and quite worthwhile.
Trail Sisters has established 5 recommended practices for races:
- Equal podium spots
- Equal prize money and awards
- Women's-specific swag (not just unisex)
- Menstrual products at aid stations (events over a Half Marathon)
- Opportunity for Women at the front of the Starting Line
https://www.trailsisters.net
https://www.outsideonline.com/2312071/ultrarunning-has-gender-problem
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/12/opinion/nike-maternity-leave.html
http://time.com/5594356/alex-morgan-world-cup/
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