How women runners debunked myths about the sport and made running their own
Briefly

Running has historically defined women as lesser than men, leading to disparities in sports like compensation and recognition.
Mertens' book explores misconceptions about female athletes and the impact of running in disproving these myths, emphasizing the ongoing inequalities in women's sports.
Historically, beliefs included concerns like a woman's uterus falling out from exertion, indicating the depth of myths and misconceptions surrounding women in sports.
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