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Jan Todd Beats the Odds
May. 28, 2025
In this New York Times profile, “Jan Todd May Be the Reason You’re Lifting Weights,” KHE Chair and legendary powerlifter Jan Todd’s remarkable story unfolds from her record-breaking deadlift in Scotland to her present role as renowned sport historian and champion of the H.J. Lutcher Stark Center.
WHYY Public Radio Features Renowned Sport Historian Jan Todd
May. 15, 2025
Jan Todd, chair of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education and a true pioneer in women’s strength, spoke with WHYY on her record-breaking deadlift, perceptions of women in fitness, and the future of women athletes and weightlifters.
KHE Department Chair and Former Strongest Woman in the World Jan Todd Shares Her Journey From Athlete to Academic
Apr. 09, 2025
In an exclusive interview with People Magazine, Todd, a former powerlifter, shared more about her success in the sport and her path to research. She and other prominent athletes are featured in Michael Joseph Gross' new book, Stronger.
