16 Women Who Were Brave Enough to Change .............
16 Women Who Were Brave Enough to Change the World Studies show that women are the strong sex . They mature faster in the womb, they’re able to live longer than men in extreme conditions ( epidemics, famines ), they outdo guys on IQ tests... And it’s not just about statistical data. There are dozens of living examples and stories that can inspire us. Bright Side wants to show you lovely women with a strong, tempered character, whose actions and achievements won’t leave us indifferent. 1. Kathrine Switzer was the first officially registered woman to run the Boston Marathon. A representative of the organizers tried to stop her. © Bettmann / Getty Images 2. Irina Rodnina is the most successful pair skater who is a champion of 3 successive Olympic Games and 10 World Championships. In childhood, she had pneumonia 11 times. ...