Every year at this time, RUNNER'S WORLD celebrates the achievements of runners who amaze us with their performances and inspire us with their generosity. And this year, like every year, we are astounded at how many runners there are. The people on the following pages have united shattered communities, smashed stereotypes, and reimagined what is possible, all by putting one foot in front of the other. We call them humanitarians, pioneers, and visionaries. Or, in a word...HEROES.
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These two superstars could be serious Olympic medal contenders in the womens 1500 meter race.
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This group organized a day of service to clean up Joplin, Missouri, after it was hit by a tornado.
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Tracy motivates his high school cross-country teams to run their best while dealing with his own illness.
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In an effort to bring peace and unity to the Middle East, Khalil founded and organized the Beirut Marathon.
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These two superstars could be serious Olympic medal contenders in the women's 1500 meter race.
The Visionary: Major Mike Erwin
Team Red, White, and Blue was started by Erwin with the goal of providing support for wounded veterans.
The Innovator: Ronald Robb
Robb created myTEAM TRIUMPH to allow disabled individuals to participate in triathlons and running races.
Julius Achon
Achon founded the Achon Uganda Children's Fund to provide food, shelter, and a better life for orphans in his home country.
