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Anna Frost: From Podiums to Parenting

While running the 40-mile Telluride Mountain Run in late August—an extremely tough high-altitude ultra that circumnavigates the town and crosses four mountain passes—I felt a bit glum that I didn’t recognize any of the fresh-faced runners sharing the trail. Years ago, before the sport ballooned in popularity, I could count on knowing several people at any ultra.

Imagine my delight, therefore, when I spotted a blonde woman with legendary status as she approached me on a switchback above tree line.

“Anna, I’m glad to see you!” I called out. It was Anna Frost

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