Allyson Felix has a track and field record. Here are the details. We have all of her medals. Find out more by reading the following. Felix's achievements might surprise you.
Allyson Feliz
Allyson Felix, who won a silver medal in the women’s 4x400 meter final, broke Carl Lewis' record and became the most decorated American track & field athlete. But, she plans to retire prior to the 2024 Summer Games. While she does not show emotion easily, Felix realized that her performance had a tremendous impact on the lives of so many people.
Her career
Allyson Felix is a media star in the prep industry. She has been featured on numerous magazines such as Sports Illustrated or USA Today. She has attended New York Fashion Weeks as well as London Fashion Weeks. She is also active in many causes. The long-distance runner has been appointed to the President's Council on Fitness, and is a strong advocate for Let's Move Active Schools.
Her medals
Allyson Felix is an American track and field athlete. From 2003 to 2013, her main focus was on the 200m sprint. However, she later switched to 400 meters sprint in later stages of her career. She competed in both the 100m and the 4x100 meter and 4x400m relays.
Her Op-Ed
Allyson Felix has made a career out of being a role model for women and has spoken out about her struggles with sponsoring. She has championed women and their rights on and off the field. She testified before Congress and met Vice President Kamala Harris, who rewrote the rules for the athletic footwear industry. Despite her accomplishments and the competition she is involved in, she has had the challenge of motherhood. She is an athlete-mom who has made a positive impact and wants to keep doing so.
Her daughter
Camryn Felix, Allyson's daughter was born seven weeks earlier than expected on November 28, 2018. Camryn, weighing in at just under three pounds and eight-ounces, spent about one month in the neonatal intensive treatment unit (NICU). She is doing well. Since then, her husband has been advocating for better maternal health and maternity protections in athlete contract contracts.
Her struggle with maternity-leave
Olympic gymnast Allyson Felix recently discussed her struggle with maternity leave in an interview with FOS at the Title IX anniversary summit. The Olympic champion is leading an initiative to ensure the availability of child care at the U.S. Championships, partnering with sponsor Athleta and nonprofit &Mother. Parents will have the option to provide child care for their athletes through the new program.