Joan Benoit Samuelson

Joan Benoit Samuelson is an American marathon runner who is best known for winning the gold medal in the women's marathon at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. She is considered one of the greatest female marathon runners in history.

Joan Benoit Samuelson's personal best time in the marathon is 2 hours, 21 minutes, and 21 seconds. She achieved this time at the 1985 Chicago Marathon, which was a world record at the time.

Yes, Joan Benoit Samuelson has competed in several other major marathons throughout her career. She has won the Boston Marathon twice, in 1979 and 1983. She has also competed in the New York City Marathon, London Marathon, and Chicago Marathon.

Joan Benoit Samuelson is considered a trailblazer in women's running. Her victory in the first women's Olympic marathon in 1984 helped to legitimize women's long distance running and inspire future generations of female runners. She has also been actively involved in promoting and advocating for women's running through various initiatives and organizations.

Yes, Joan Benoit Samuelson is still actively involved in running. She continues to run regularly and has competed in various road races and marathons in recent years. She also founded the Beach to Beacon 10K road race in her hometown of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, which is now a popular annual event.