The Heartbreak of Athletic Limits Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson has announced that she'll never run again after being diagnosed with a rare inherited heart condition.
This shocking revelation is a harsh reminder that even at their peak, athletes are not invincible. Simpson's case highlights the often overlooked risks of competitive running.
While many focus on injuries like shin splints and stress fractures, conditions like arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) pose a significant threat to athletes' health.