“Coming to Term:” A Film About Clare Gallagher’s Run Through Pregnancy

April 1, 2026

“Coming to Term” is a short film documenting elite trail runner Clare Gallagher’s experiences running during her final month of pregnancy, offering an unfiltered view of the physical and emotional challenges involved.

Gallagher, known for wins at the 2016 Leadville 100 Mile, 2017 CCC, and 2019 Western States 100, shifted focus after a 2023 injury and unexpected pregnancy, prioritizing listening to her body over intense training.

She humorously navigates frequent bathroom breaks, strength sessions with friends like Abby Levene, and her Ph.D. studies in marine conservation, calling pregnancy “the ultimate ultra” while supported by Boulder runners Riley Brady and Sophie Linn.

The film ends optimistically with Gallagher’s hope for her son Trip’s future impact, highlighting evolving narratives in women’s sports that normalize motherhood as part of an athletic career. iRunFar