On October 28, 2007, an extraordinary scene took the heart of the Mexican capital by surprise: along PolankoMore than 500 women, some offices wear clothes, others at night, and many reckless clothes such as wedding or sequins dresses, aligned on a improvised path.
They all had a common thing: they have positions Heels From the needle with a height of at least seven centimeters. At the time of time, 100 meters They separated them from the goal.
It was not a protest or a fashion procession, it was real competition. This is how the first was born A race in the wake of Mexico CityMixed show, physical resistance, humor, social criticism and magic.
What some interpreted as a femininity celebration, for others was the unification of the fun stereotype.
On the day the heels invaded Polanko
The idea appeared with international inspiration. Cities such as Amsterdam, Paris or Berlin have already done race Similar, but in Mexico it was an unpublished thing.
The invitation was huge: Women responded between 25 and 50 years to the call. The only fixed rule was that the heel was to measure at least seven centimeters.
Some participants even chose heights above 10.5 centimeters, seeking to highlight or challenge the border … or just for the love of shoes.
The streets were full of curious viewers, the press and photographers. Some competitors trained for weeks, others did this for the motive, and many of them lived a moment of venting.
the Carrera Only a few seconds lasted, but it was enough to generate addresses and applause as well as controversy. There were awards for the fastest, but also thanks and appreciation for the best smile, the best hairstyle and the most elegant groups – which were born since the first year, with a mysterious reading about what was already celebrated.
What happened to the race winner?
The winner of that first edition was Yamilé Alauf, which is high -performance Exatleta and a 1500 -meter national hero. With a time of 14.74 seconds, alauf did not cross the goal in the first place, but, according to the organizers – established a global record in this strange category.
“I have always loved walking with the heel, and the better, the better,” the media told the media.
She surprised his dominance of balance and technology, even those who questioned the seriousness of the event.
Empowerment or offer?
From the first version, Heel race Divided opinions. For many women, it was an opportunity to show strength, balance and a sense of humor. The event was voluntary and fun, but not without symbolic complexity. Was the female freedom to be celebrated or have stereotypes were strengthened?
“why not Carrera In tennis with the same rules? Why do you work in something that is historically an aesthetic imposition? Then they questioned some critical sounds.
Other sectors in the competition witnessed the breakdown of sexual discourse, by emphasizing appearance and not in stocks.
What happens when running in the heels?
Besides symbolic controversy, there were also medical warnings. Ran “Especially on the sidewalk”, it is a serious challenge to the body.
The foot adopts an enforced position, moves the center of gravity and decreased stability.
Studies published in the Journal of Foot and ankle Research and organizations such as the American Medical Association for American Diseases have warned of the consequences of the long use of heel: plantar fasciitis, twisting, cotton pain, joint erosion and even microscopy.
in spite of Carrera It was made on a straight and short path, and the risks were real. There were waterfalls, twisted, fall, and more than one participant of the event with the logical ankles.
The race turned into the heels
Despite criticism, Heel race It did not disappear. On the contrary, development. Over the years, the event has been adopted by different groups with new methods.
In 2024, for example, an edition organized by Ahar Agency in the Rome neighborhood was held. This time, the goal was to celebrate LGBTIQ+ PRIDE and collect funds for the organization inspiring AC change, which supports people with HIV and enhances sexual health.
Aesthetics and intent have changed. Now people of all kinds participate, and the event has a vision space for sexual diversity. Instead of a hairstyle or elegance bonus, value, collective joy and resistance spirit are identified.
the Heel race It is a cultural mirror. Through its different publications and re -invention, the nuances appear in the discussion about sex, body and acting. It can actually be considered fun or symbolic provocation, as a criticism of the system or as part of it.
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