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Building on their 2022 decision to allow pregnant or postpartum participants to defer their bibs for up to three years, the race directors have added a few more forms of support to their race programming this year. “We can’t wait to cheer on the greatest-ever women’s field in this year’s elite races on Sunday 23 April—but we also want to celebrate and support women in the mass event so the day can go as smoothly as possible as they smash their personal goals,” the race organizers said in a press release.
First, the London field will offer menstrual products in the medical stations, information points, and changing rooms—“along with other useful bits and bobs you may need, such as hair ties and grips, breast pads, tissues, and wet wipes.”
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Education is another crucial part of making running an increasingly equitable sport, so the race directors have organized guest speakers for the first-ever “London Marathon Running Show.” While the full program hasn’t been announced yet, you can expect advice about topics like lacing up at different stages of your cycle and training during and after menopause.
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