Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Runner Completes Marathon Despite Mid-Race Period
Li Meizhen is a Chinese marathon runner who completed a race even though she started her period in the middle of it.
She didn't stop because she wanted to qualify for another championship and didn't want to run another full marathon.
Her story has started conversations about how menstruation affects athletes and why it's important to talk about it openly.
Li Meizhen completed the Hengshui Lake Marathon in 2 hours and 35 minutes despite starting her period mid-race.
She chose to continue to avoid running another full marathon to qualify for an upcoming championship.
Her story has sparked discussions about the impact of menstruation on athletic performance.
Traditionally, menstruation has been a taboo subject, but Li Meizhen's experience is encouraging open conversations.
Li Meizhen's resilience and dedication have inspired other women to embrace their challenges.
- Who
- Li Meizhen, a Chinese marathon runner
- What
- Li Meizhen completed a marathon despite starting her period mid-race.
- When
- April 2024
- Where
- Hengshui Lake Marathon
- Why
- To qualify for an upcoming championship and avoid running another full marathon.
Traditional Views on Menstruation
Modern Perspectives on Menstruation
Visibility of Menstruation
Traditional Views on Menstruation
Menstruation should be a private matter and not discussed openly.
Modern Perspectives on Menstruation
Menstruation is a natural process and should be openly discussed to break taboos.
Impact on Performance
Traditional Views on Menstruation
Menstruation can significantly impact athletic performance and should be managed discreetly.
Modern Perspectives on Menstruation
Athletes should be supported and encouraged to perform despite natural bodily functions like menstruation.
- Runner's Name
- Li Meizhen
- Date of Birth
- 3rd January
- Hometown
- Hetian Town, Longyan City, Fujian Province
- Marathon Event
- Hengshui Lake Marathon
- Race Time
- 2 hours and 35 minutes
- Qualifying Standard Achieved
- Yes