What happened: British athlete Calli Hauger-Thackery completed the Boston Marathon in 2:43:58 while five months pregnant. She ran the race at 22 weeks gestation.
Why it matters:
- Highlights the capabilities of pregnant athletes and challenges common assumptions about pregnancy and exercise.
- Inspires others by demonstrating that pregnancy does not necessarily prevent participation in demanding physical activities.
MNN Take: Hauger-Thackery's marathon run during pregnancy shows that with appropriate care and preparation, some pregnant individuals can safely engage in endurance sports.
Sources: BBC US & Canada