As a woman who is a track star, Sha'Carri Richardson or Allyson Feliz are likely to come to mind. But who else can you imagine? Nadine broersen? Here are five track legends who have been a part history. You might not have known them, but you might have heard about them. What do they have in commun? Find out more! Here is a look at their personal style.
Sha'Carri Richardson
Sha'Carri Richardson (American track and field sprinter) is a talented American sprinter. While a Louisiana State University freshman, she broke the 100-meter speed record in 10.75 seconds. Richardson, now a full-time athlete and role model for young women around the globe, is now an accomplished professional athlete.
Allyson Feliz
Allyson Felix is an American former track and field athlete. For the first nine of her years, she was a 200-meter sprinter before moving to the 400 meters late in her career. She is now an inspirational figure for women who want to follow their dreams and holds a prominent place in the elite female athletes. Here are some fun facts about Felix. And don't forget to check out her YouTube channel for more videos.
Robin Bone
Robin Bone turns 25 this year. She was a former high-school track star. As a teenager, she played nearly every sport under the sun, from soccer and basketball to gymnastics and track and field. Since age 15, she was a leading contender in the event. But, she had to stop after sustaining a concussion. She decided to focus on track and joined the Darien High School track team.
Nadine Broersen
Dutch track star Nadine broersen is a world-class high jumper. She holds the current national record for the high jump and is the 2014 World Indoor pentathlon champion. Broersen competes for her track and field club, AV Sprint, in Breda. The club also hosts many of the top Dutch athletes. Broersen, in addition to her accomplishments in track and field is an example for young women athletes.
Lolo Jones
Lori Susan "Lolo” Jones, an American hurdler and Bobsledder. She is a skilled hurdler in both the 60-meter-and 100-meter distances. She has won three NCAA titles along with eleven All-American awards. She is one of the most important athletes of all-time. Jones is an outstanding athlete and has a passion to run. She also enjoys watching bobsled races.
Cathrine Larsasen
Cathrine Larsasen is a Norwegian pole vaulter. She was born on 5/12/86. She has won the national pole vault competition 3 times in succession and holds the record for indoor and outdoor events. Larsasen increased her personal best by 0.54m during the last five years. The former world indoor pole vault champion is a certified track star and has won numerous awards.