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Chicago Marathon

Miki26
Miki26

So I said I'd check in after the Chicago marathon today, tried earlier and couldn't get on with my phone. The race went great until mile 21, when my quads started spasming. I mean enough that I could see it if I looked at my legs. Had to run/walk the last 5 miles, but I'm stubborn AF, and I made myself finish. My time wasn't good, but overall it was a fun day and I finished in the top third, although just barely. I think the heat was an issue, it was mid 70s but felt more like 80. I'm exhausted and insanely sore...will try to check in tomorrow but no promises. We're going to be doing a couple things, but I'll be moving very slowly.

beclinkay
beclinkay
Congrats on running the race! You are an inspiration to us. Take a well deserved rest today, only doing easy stuff.
Community LeaderLeo
Leo
Bless you and for pity's sake, rest! You made it to the finish line! *confetti tickertape parade* You're a hero, Miki, never doubt it.
wvgirl82
wvgirl82
That's great that you got to the finish line. Congrats! I hope you're taking a well-deserved break.
Bobbii
Bobbii
Congratulations! What an accomplishment!
Fantod
Fantod
Miki - You did great! So proud of you! I know that you must be so sore today but what an accomplishment. Bravo!
BlueSky
BlueSky
Omgosh, Miki! You're so awesome!!! *hands you a gallon of cucumber mint water*
davematthewsband
davematthewsband
I deferred my Chicago entry to next year because of my FM, but I'm so inspired to see that you ran! I ran in 2014, but was at a very different place mentally and physically. It just didn't seem feasible this year, however posts like yours make me remember that there is so much we can accomplish!
Miki26
Miki26
Thanks everyone...davematthewsband, I ran before my fibro diagnosis but all 3 marathons I've run have been after fibro. It's still possible but running looks very different with chronic pain and fatigue. I spend way more time on stretching, foam rolling and recovering from my runs, and it takes more time to build up to longer distances. I also run fewer miles per week than a lot of marathoners, and I seem to get injured often despite doing everything I can to prevent it. Good luck!
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