Sophie Power, inspired after being made redundant, took up ultramarathon running and became a pivotal advocate for mothers in sports. Her viral photo of breastfeeding during a race highlighted systemic issues regarding the lack of pregnancy deferral policies in major marathons. Since then, her advocacy has influenced significant changes in the policies of events like the London Marathon, ensuring that pregnant runners now have options that were previously unavailable. Power's journey from novice to advocate showcases how personal challenges can foster impactful social change.
Power's experience during her first ultramarathon led to her passionate advocacy for pregnant women, ultimately driving significant policy changes in major running events.
Sophie Power's viral moment breastfeeding during an ultramarathon sparked a pivotal discussion about the treatment of mothers in endurance sports and policy change.
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