Zoe Koplowitz
Zoe Koplowitz (b. Lindsay Koplowitz[1] September 12, 1948 in New York, New York[citation needed]) is a marathon runner who is afflicted with multiple sclerosis and diabetes, an inspirational speaker, and the author of The Winning Spirit—Life Lessons Learned In Last Place.[1][2] As of and including 2011, Koplowitz has completed a total of 23 New York City Marathons,[3] all of them in last place.[4] Her 36 hour, 9 minute run in 2000 set a world record for the longest marathon time in the history of women's running.[4] "The race belongs not only to the swift and strong but to those who keep on running", says Koplowitz. [5]
Koplowitz has appeared on many national TV and radio programs as a result of her long history of marathon completion. She has also been recognized for her related volunteer work by the National MS Society, the Achilles Track Club and other organizations.
The U.S. Olympic Committee selected Koplowitz as a torch bearer in the torch relay leading up to the 2002 Winter Games.
[edit] References
- ^ a b Wadler, Joyce (1999-11-11). "PUBLIC LIVES; A Day Late, but Still a Victor in Marathon". The New York Times. http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9500E6DD1E3AF932A25752C1A96F958260. Retrieved 2008-08-17.
- ^ Hajela, Deepti (2007-11-05). "True grit: Woman with MS is last at NYC Marathon, a day later". USA Today. http://www.usatoday.com/sports/olympics/2007-11-05-690576168_x.htm. Retrieved 2008-08-17.
- ^ "Woman finishes NYC marathon in 31 hours, supporting a cause". NBC News. 2010-11-08. http://www.ksby.com/news/woman-finishes-nyc-marathon-in-31-hours-supporting-a-cause/. Retrieved 2011-11-08.
- ^ a b "Zoe Koplowitz". Ambassadors and Familiar Faces. National MS Society. http://www.nationalmssociety.org/online-community/personal-stories/zoe-koplowitz/index.aspx. Retrieved 2008-08-17.
- ^ Biography, Zoe Koplowitz http://zoekoplowitz.com/About__Biography_.html
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