Heel Striker: Woman Sets Marathon Record in 3-Inch StilettosAs if 26.2 miles wasn't hard enough, one woman took her race to the next level.
By McGee Nall Tuesday, October 17, 2017, 1:30 pm
While training for a marathon, some runners might test their endurance by wearing heavy backpacks, tackling steep inclines, or running in intense heat. Irene Sewell's tactic of choice? Wearing high heels for 26.2 miles at Sunday's 7 Bridges Marathon in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
The 27-year-old Blacksburg, Virginia native first got the idea when she heard about a London woman who attempted a Guinness World Record by running a marathon in heels a few years ago. Unfortunately, that woman was disqualified when she took off her shoes less than halfway through the course and finished the race barefoot. ...
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