The Story of the Greatest Marathon in Olympic History and the Women Who Made It Happen

"Long Run To Glory" chronicles the remarkable morning of August
5, 1984, when four legendary marathoners, Joan Benoit, Grete
Waitz, Ingrid Kristiansen, and Rosa Mota, converged for the
historic Women's Olympic Marathon in Los Angeles. 


These women had already shattered records and dominated the
running scene for half a decade, revolutionizing the sport in the
process. Their journeys, rivalries, and the inaugural Women's
Olympic Marathon are vividly depicted in this gripping account of
athletic prowess and determination.


In today’s episode of Run To the Top, we are joined by the author
of “Long Run To Glory”, Stephen Lane to talk about:


the personality traits, reputations, running styles, and
challenges faced by each of these four star marathoners

the historical and cultural aspects of women’s long-distance
running, specifically how Title IX shaped the landscape of
women's participation in sports in the years leading up to the
1984 Olympic marathon

how this particular race influenced the world of marathon
running and women's sports in general for years and decades to
come



And much more! Tune in for a reflection on one of the most
interesting and pivotal moments in long-distance running
history. 


Long Run To Glory
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