@Anthonykay - i don't see how we can say it is the norm, or that it was victorian attitudes preventing it. I think biology might have a part to play in it! but clearly Jasmin is not the norm. She is not average. She is exceptional and one of the top fell and ultra runners of all time (male or female).

i can't see what victorian attitudes has to do with anything - maybe i'm missing your point.