Eight months pregnant, Ali Anderson completed the Sydney Marathon in three hours. This was not the first time the athlete ran a marathon during pregnancy. Ali Anderson had already participated in the Boston Marathon while she was 13 weeks pregnant. The feat demonstrates this athlete's extraordinary physical capacity during pregnancy.
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Eight-month pregnant woman completed Sydney Marathon in three hours
SAPO14 September 2026 at 20:14
Why this matters
Readers in Australia are likely interested in this story as it raises questions about exercise safety during pregnancy. While Anderson completed both marathons without apparent complications, the incident may prompt pregnant women to consult their doctors before undertaking strenuous physical activities, as medical guidance on this topic varies.
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