A Race for Life

This is the amazing story of how one woman survived breast cancer through a combination of will power, a strict vegetarian diet, and by taking on the toughest racers in the world in the Ironman Triathlon. Read about her survival tips, her lessons and fitness, and how you can change your life. In her mid-forties, Ruth Heidrich was diagnosed with breast cancer. After undergoing a double mastectomy, she challenged herself with the punishing Ironman Triathlon, a test of endurance involving a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, and a 26.2-mile marathon run. Twenty years later, Heidrich is still running, cancer-free, and positive about life. This is her story. She describes her fight with cancer, the healing powers of proper nutrition, and the rewards of running one of the toughest races in the world.