Another Mother Runner

AMR Trains #35: A Chat with Kathryn Bertine, Former Pro Cyclist + Activist

Kathryn Bertine, author, activist, former pro cyclist, and documentary filmmaker, joins Dimity to talk about her newest book STAND: A Memoir on Activism.
Among other things, the two discuss:
—The massive disparities between men and women's pro cycling;
—Why an abundance of patience is integral to both athletics and activism; 
—The day Kathryn thought she would end her life—and what stopped her;
—How highpointing is bringing Kathryn a new athletic mission and unexpected joy.
Links: 
Half the Road: Kathryn's documentary on women's cycling
Homestretch Foundation: Kathryn's foundation for developing women's cyclists

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