marathoner

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Cal Calamia is a transgender marathoner and activist helping to make the world’s races more equitable and inclusive.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

"It's very different to the track so it's totally new to me, but London was an incredible experience, and I can now call myself a marathoner."

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

The firm’s 2023 impact report highlighted its advocacy on behalf of a transgender competitive marathoner.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2025

“We’re just in a perfect storm of speed,” said Ed Eyestone, the longtime BYU track and field coach and a two-time Olympic marathoner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2025

Kipp has estimated that difference in oxygen consumption could result in a three-hour marathoner lopping three minutes off their finish time—reminiscent of the super-shoe manufacturer’s claim of a 4 percent oxygen consumption improvement.

From Slate • Aug. 12, 2024