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1 week after running a 3:18 at the NYC marathon I 1 week after running a 3:18 at the NYC marathon I ran a 1:35 at the BAA Half marathon. A few years ago I would’ve said that wasn’t possible at my age. But now I know that with the right training, recovery and health management, anything is possible. 

Like becoming the first female amputee to break 3 hours for the marathon! #2026goals #sub3marathon 

#marathontraining #lifestylemedicine #healthandwellness #bettereveryday #paraathlete #running #longevity #baahalfmarathon
When I was planning my 2025 season, the NYC marath When I was planning my 2025 season, the NYC marathon was not even on my radar. I was fortunate to get a coveted spot on the Sermo BYO physicians team. I immediately knew it would be a balance of performance and recovery, as I was aiming for a PR (and sub 3:05) at the St. George marathon less than 4 weeks before and a course record at Boston Half marathon just a week later!

My plan of running an easy 3:30 quickly dissolved as I shot off the starting line and up and over the Verrazano bridge. For the remainder of the race my garmin signal was lost among the clouds, skyscrapers and overpasses and I was swept up by the surrounding runners and jazzed crowds 📣 taking full advantage of the ideal conditions. 

Looking back, I can honestly say there is little I would have done differently. It was a fun, inspiring day fueled by devoted spectators (shout out to Mike and @daverun4fun with Palm Beach Road Runners), NYC energy, high carb fueling, and a blast from the past at mile 18 when I heard “Bruno!” and was reunited with a friend @shippwreck84 I hadn’t seen in 25 years! 

Thank you to @sermomd for the race entry, @achillesconnecticut for supporting athletes with disabilities, @palmbeachroadrunners for the welcoming and supportive running community, @tovarus_rex / @hoka for racing shoes, and @allcareoandp / @ossur for keeping my blade in running shape.

Time for the next adventure! The BAA Half Marathon tomorrow.

#marathontraining #tcsnycmarathon #adaptiverunner #bettereveryday #healthandwellness #recoverytoperform #resilience #docswhorun #docswholift
🏅 Medal Monday ✔️NYC Marathon ⏱️3:18:35 🏅 Medal Monday ✔️NYC Marathon ⏱️3:18:35

What a day! Full recap to come but for now enjoying the afterglow of a great day while looking forward to the next challenge- shooting for a course record at the BAA Half Marathon next week!

#tcsnycmarathon #marathon #marathontraining #running #pararunner #baa #bettereveryday #movementismedicine #medicine #recovertoperform
Some days are about time. Every day is about the e Some days are about time. Every day is about the experience! Today is all about focusing on the experience. Excited to be running 🏃‍♀️ in the world’s largest marathon, through the 5 boroughs of NYC, feeling supported by my new running crew of the Palm Beaches. 

Coming into my 2nd marathon in less than 1 month and with the BAA half marathon just a short week away, it’s been all about optimizing recovery and staying healthy!

#nycmarathon #marathontraining #bettereveryday #recovertoperform #pararunner #adaptiverunner #regenerativemedicine
I am still processing this one - a 3:09:08 and 9 m I am still processing this one - a 3:09:08 and 9 min PR at the St. George marathon 🏔️ ✨ 

One of the fastest marathons run by a female amputee and hands-down one of the most beautiful, well-run races I’ve experienced.

Each mile was a reminder of what consistency, belief, and love for the sport can do. Nothing flashy, just steady work - day after day - and a deep trust in the process.

Huge thanks to the St. George marathon team for an incredible event and for welcoming me as an elite entry. I am so grateful to be part of a community that celebrates all kinds of strength. 💙 

Focus forward —> NYC marathon 11/2 and BAA Half marathon 11/9

#stgeorgemarathon #marathon #marathontraining #amputeerunner #adaptiverunner #paraathlete #chasinglimits #bettereveryday #healthandwellness
Might as well dream big and see where that takes y Might as well dream big and see where that takes you! Otherwise you’ll never know what you’re truly capable of. 

As an anesthesiologist and pain doctor, running marathons has always seemed a little silly. No lives are on the line if I don’t make it to the finish line. And yet as we sit here on the bus waiting to drive the 26.2 mile to the start line the anxiety is palpable.

The mix of emotions- excitement, anxiety, joy, dread- is contagious. Taking on a challenge -whether you’re running your first marathon or going for a personal (or worlds) best - requires believing in yourself, trusting yourself (and the process) and learning to be ok with whatever the day holds. 

It’s so much more than just running 26.2 miles. It’s about trust, growth, resilience. 

#stgeorgemarathon #marathon #marathontraining #paraathlete #pararunning #resilience #bettereveryday
“A goal is a dream with a deadline.” -Napoleon “A goal is a dream with a deadline.” -Napoleon Hill

The hard work is done. 4am mornings, 50 mile weeks, long runs and tempo efforts. Now it’s time to rest up, stay healthy and trust in the training. 

My goal for St. George is aggressive but isn’t that the point? Shouldn’t your goals scare you a little? 

Despite an excellent training cycle I can feel the nerves kick up when I think about the pace goal I’m shooting for. But I also know I’m ready. 

What goals do you have in mind?

#stgeorgemarathon #marathontraining #adaptiverunner #pararunner #amputee #running #resilience #lifestylemedicine #bettereveryday #recoverytoperform
T-17 days until @stgeorgemarathon! The volume is p T-17 days until @stgeorgemarathon! The volume is peaking and the legs are screaming. Looking forward to some recovery after this week. 

Today is 3 miles easy then 5 x 1k at sub-threshold pace with 1 min recovery. Followed by another 25 to round out the week. 

Let’s go!

#marathontraining #amputee #adaptiveathlete #pararunner #bettereveryday #resttoperform #running
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