Some tattoos have a meaning that can only be understood by those who know the history behind them. Like Angela Brauer’s tattoo. Five squiggly digits and a comma are tattooed in dark gray on her right forearm: 42,195. It quickly becomes clear that this is the mileage of a marathon. But for Angela it was no ordinary marathon. Your tattoo is much more than the culmination of a sporting achievement. It is a symbol of patience and perseverance. And for the fact that she managed to learn from an illness that forced her into a wheelchair.
Access to all STERN PLUS content and articles from the print magazine
ad-free
Already registered?
