Run a marathon? Try 100 in 100 days
Summary
Hannah Cox, who started running only 18 months ago, ran 100 marathons in 100 days across India following a historic route linked to the British colonial salt tax. She faced tough conditions including heat, sickness, dangerous roads, and wild animals, while aiming to raise £1 million for environmental charities.Key Facts
- Hannah Cox began running 18 months before starting her challenge.
- She ran 100 marathons (42.2 km each) on 100 consecutive days across India.
- The route followed a 4,200 km historic British salt tax path, including the Great Hedge of India.
- Cox trained with challenges such as seven marathons in seven days to prepare.
- She quit her job and organized a support team and a van for the journey.
- She encountered hazardous roads, animals like cows, snakes, goats, and needed police protection against tiger attacks.
- The challenge led her to lose over 10 kg due to sickness and tough conditions.
- Cox raised money for environmental charities with her project called "Project Salt Run."
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