It was about the adventure, says fastest runner to cross the Alps
Summary
Runner Sophie Woods became the fastest person to complete a 2,000 km ultramarathon across the Alps. She ran through difficult weather and terrain, finishing the course in 29 days, beating the previous record of 35 days.Key Facts
- Sophie Woods ran an ultramarathon of 2,000 km (1,242 miles) through the Alps.
- The race went through eight countries.
- She faced storms, heat up to 37°C, floods, and wildfires during the run.
- Woods finished the run in 29 days, beating the old record by 6 days.
- She stayed focused on short time goals, thinking just about the moment she was in.
- Woods credited ice cream slushies with helping her stay energized.
- The ultramarathon followed the Via Alpina route.
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