COVID winter was tough for everyone, and I was grateful--more so than ever--for my own good health and that of my family and loved ones. It was dark and cold, with more snow than I'd ever experienced (UGH). One day, after being inside on the treadmill for a week due to snow, I cautiously emerged for a slow, ice-dodging run. Turns out, you're supposed to warm up before you run (wouldn't ya think I'd have known after running 6 full marathons and countless halves)...ESPECIALLY when it's cold outside! Spoiler alert: I got injured (Gluteus Medius strain). After 3 months on my physical therapy build back plan, I decided it was time for my first post-injury race. I was recovering, Connecticut was slowly but surely thawing out, and COVID vaccinations were becoming available. Things felt hopeful again. With this mindset, my husband and I signed up for the First Chance in CT 3 mile run--with me running solo and my husband pushing my son in the stroller. Our race organizer pu...
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