WiSP Sports Desk: S2E46 - Heather Blitz Gets Her Kicks Mountain Biking

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On our weekly news magazine show Chris Stafford is alongside Nancy Gillen from Inside the Games who has the top stories from around the world of women’s sport. Joining us this week is U.S. Grand Prix Dressage rider, Pan American Gold and Silver Medalist and London Olympic Alternate Heather Blitz who has taken to a different saddle to get her adrenaline rush these days. Just back from riding the famous Moab Mountain Bike trails in Utah known for being some of the most challenging in the world, Heather, 51, explains how biking has helped her not only riding but also in her coaching. She has a fresh appreciation for her students who are learning new skills as she adapts to a different kind of balance and core strength.
Top international stories we are covering this week:
Tokyo 2020 update
Women in sports governance - triathlon
Women in sports governance - equestrian
Women in sports governance - Ireland
Women's Rugby World Cup Expanded
South Korean Curling Abuse
Sarah Storey Wins Sunday Times Award
Women's Handball to Start in Denmark
Australian Open
Kelly Simmons Revels in Smashing Barriers for Women's Football
Gender Equity Forum
Duration: 66 mins
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