In September, Tara Dower became the fastest person ever to complete the Appalachian Trail. Her record — 40 days, 18 hours and 6 minutes — was 13 hours faster than the previous record holder, a man.

Doctor Doom is far stronger than people give him credit for. This is a character who is best known for his mastery of science alongside the dark arts, but in terms of pure strength, few would think ...