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Where is Mira Rai from?
Nepal
What mountains did Mira Rai grow up in?
Bhojpur Mountains
At what age did Mira stop attending school regularly?
12
What kind of work did Mira do as a child?
Carried heavy bags of rice barefoot up and down trails
What were the traditional expectations for girls in Mira's village?
To suppress their voice and know their place
What was the first race Mira Rai ran?
Kathmandu West Valley Rim 50K
What equipment did Mira lack for her first race?
Gear and training
What does “against all odds” mean?
Despite great difficulties or challenges
How did Mira Rai’s first race change her life?
She beat everyone and gained supporters
What is Mira Rai now known as?
A high-elevation trail racing phenomenon
What is Mira’s mission today?
To empower Nepali youth and promote gender equality through sport
What impact did Mira have on Wasfia Nazreen?
She inspired her and others to turn back time and pursue dreams
What does the word “grit” mean?
Courage and determination
How does Mira remain despite her success?
Humble
What is harder for Mira—running or breaking gender stereotypes?
Breaking gender stereotypes
Why does Mira think gender stereotypes are hard to overcome?
Because women are expected to follow traditional roles
