What is ann trason?

Ann Trason is a retired American ultramarathon runner who is considered one of the greatest female long-distance runners of all time. Born on August 5, 1960, in Los Altos, California, Trason began running in high school and quickly became known for her endurance and tenacity. She primarily competed in ultramarathons, which are races longer than the traditional marathon distance of 26.2 miles.

Trason's most notable achievements include setting numerous course records and winning multiple prestigious races, such as the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run and the Comrades Marathon in South Africa. She is a 14-time winner of the Western States 100, considered one of the most challenging ultramarathons in the world.

Trason's dominance in the sport of ultrarunning earned her accolades and recognition as one of the greatest female athletes in the history of the sport. She has been inducted into the American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame and the Western States Endurance Run Hall of Fame.

Although she is no longer actively competing, Ann Trason's legacy in the world of ultrarunning continues to inspire and motivate runners around the world. She now works as a coach and mentor for aspiring endurance athletes.