This is why you can’t take running too seriously.

Hope that everything works out for you! We’re all rooting for ya! I admire that you put your health first & respect the marathon distance :)

I love that song too but read the lyrics LOL!! Other good songs I’m loving right now are Roses by The Chainsmokers, Downtown by Macklemore, and Scud Books by Hudson Mohawke (just beats, really good!!!)

Good Luck!!

Stomach problems suck!!!! Sorry to hear and hoping to get better by race day.

Thank you for the reminder about running not being the most important thing in life. I’m still not able to run. It’s been 12 days and counting since I was able to go for a run and my marathon is the 25th of this month. Praying that I can get back to running by tomorrow night.

Saying prayers for you!! and sending you positive vibes from Richmond VA!

Prayers and lots of love for you, Janae, that you will be feeling good again. Keep your chin up because you’re wonderful, and everything WILL work out!!!!!!!

Songs to add……some are kinda cheesy, but I like running to them!

Cheerleader
Honey I’m Good
Xs and Os
I Can’t Feel My Face
Cool for the Summer

Prayers and lots of hugs for you!

The Champ by Nelly, best running song EVER! I’m So Sorry by the Imagine Dragons too:)

I hate seeing others go through this! Make and drink bone broth. It has helped heal me immensely…make sure thou make it, store bought has too many additives. L-glutamine helps too! It will help bring down the inflammation of the intestines. I’ve been put through the ringer the past 7 years and it wasn’t until 6 months ago I was able to take steps to feel better – you’ve got this!

I felt like a crazy person at first, but now I swear by it. I hope you feel better! I’ve been reading for a number of years and know how hard you’ve worked to hit your goals.

The best part of my week so far was snuggle time with my kiddo and our dog this morning. I kinda wish we could’ve stayed home today.

I had pneumonia really bad once. I was down to less than 30% lung capacity and spent over a week in the hospital. It was awful. The weirdest part was I thought it was a stomach thing ’cause my main symptoms were nausea and vomiting (and fever).

Uggg, I am so sorry to hear about your stomach issues, they are the worst ? I have been there… literally (at the ER). Luckily, I have mostly figured out what foods trigger it and have been able to avoid recurrences for a few years. I will say some prayers that your stomach behaves for St. George!!
I should be tapering for my marathon on 10/11, but was forced to defer b/c ot is taking longer than I had hoped to come back from my injury. I can’t think about it too much b/c I get all weepy. It sucks. But, you are right, you say that you can’t take it too seriously. Setbacks happen in life and you have to learn to roll with it. There will always be another race. Fortunately for me, it will be Boston 2016! ?

I am so sorry to hear about what you’re going through! You are in my thoughts and hopefully things are much better by Saturday. I do want to share a similar situation I had to yours when I was in high school (over 10 years ago, yikes!). I had very similar symptoms and couldn’t even keep down dry toast. I had to go to about 4 different doctors to finally be told I had an ulcer (due to stress they believe). I took a prescription Prevacid for a month and it made everything 100% better. I just needed something to neutralize the acids in my stomach. It helped a ton and I finally felt like a normal person again. I don’t know if that helps but I know how awful it is to feel sick like that every day. Keep pushing the doctors to find out what is wrong. Best wishes and get well soon!

I’m thinking of you and hope your medication starts working soon. I was diagnosed with chronic gastritis when I was going through my divorce, and it seems to only rear its ugly head when I’m stressed or anxious about something. I am so sorry you have to deal with that pain and really admire your attitude. I have been found many times crying on the side of a trail because the pain really messed up my run for the day. I wish you the best of luck with everything. Stay healthy and run happy!

Hoping for the best for you! Read your blog everyday!! You’re amazing whether you run this race or not!

I really hope you feel better soon. I once had norovirus the week of a race. I was in the hospital overnight, had the best sleep I’ve had in my life due to the nausea and pain meds, one day of recovery and then almost got a PR. Just make sure you’re 100% healed before attempting the marathon. I’m glad you have your mom to cry to. Moms rule :)

You’re positive attitude WILL get you through all this. I am in awe of how amazing your thought process is. It is inspiring. Prayers that you have a speedy recovery and nail your goal Saturday!

I did have giardia cysts without having diarrhea as a symptom. I couldn’t drink coffee, eat foods that were too acidic, and my stomach just HURT all the time, sometimes too much for me to get out of bed. I got tested by giving a stool sample and the lab report came back positive for giardia cysts. Just FYI in case your doctor won’t test for giardia because you don’t have diarrhea…it still can happen. I ended up being on antibiotics for 5 days, which totally wiped my energy levels and messed up my digestion. I hope it is not this serious.

Sending you many positive thoughts! Rest up, feel better, and kick that marathon’s tushy! :)

Janae!

I felt like I really should suggest that you check out endometriosis and pelvic congestion syndrome. I was told I had IBS on my mission and went on meds. I didn’t stick with them and then got married/had babies and my symptoms were way better/relieved with pregnancy and breast feeding. They came back probably way worse after I finished breast feeding Eleanor and I searched for answers, not wanting to accept “IBS” (which I feel like they say you have if they don’t know what is wrong).

I tried diet, ultrasound for gallstones, CT scan for kidney stones, etc. Finally I stumbled upon endometriosis (http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/endometriosis/basics/definition/con-20013968) and went to a doctor in Los Gatos who is super good (Dr. Andrew Cook: http://www.amazon.com/Stop-Endometriosis-Pelvic-Pain-Doctor/dp/0984953574/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1443711334&sr=8-1&keywords=dr+andrew+cook). He recommended I go in for surgery, and I’m so glad I did! I had endometriosis, an ovarian cyst, and large varicose veins in my pelvis (see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelvic_congestion_syndrome). I have been so much better (along with some physical therapy after surgery) and I definitely recommend checking it out!

Doctors are so slow to recognize/suggest endo/pelvic congestion syndrome. If your symptoms fit at all, please check it out! (see my blog for my info about the surgery)

I so understand this. I have friends who have run the marathon through everything. Risking injuries that could keep them from running ever again. I think that’s the most foolish thing because if I never ran another race again I’d be okay as long as I get to just run. Priorities. Take care of you.

You definitely have your priorities in order. I am saying some prayers for you that you will kick this stomach/GI issue and feel better by race day. I can imagine the frustration, but at least you have discussed a plan B with your coach. You are right, there will always be races and no marathon is worth risking your health. Thinking of you!!!

Thinking of you and saying prayers & sending good thoughts your way to make a complete recovery for the marathon. Buttttt, you are exactly right, our health & family is what is most important. I’m happy to see you have a plan B, just in case, because you are going to totally rock a sub 3!! : )

PS – Are you purple shorts and gray tank above Lulu? I’m hunting for my marathon outfit for Chicago and really like your outfit above.

Wow, I’m so sorry. Feel better. Sending good vibes your way.

fingers crossed you feel better in time!! you have worked so hard, but your coach is right there is always another race especially with fall here there will be plenty to choose from!

I’m so sorry you’re not feeling well! I’m flying out from virginia to run st. George and I was so hoping to meet you afterwards! I hope you have a speedy recovery and then a speedy race! :)

So sorry, Janae! Hope you’re better soon!

I got a peptic ulcer this year the week before Big Sur. I had waited years and years to do that race, finally got in, and felt absolutely terrible for the days leading up to it. I did end up doing the race (I had flights, hotel, and a friend meeting me so bailing didn’t seem like an option), and I basically walked the entire thing. It was really hard and kind of ruined the whole experience.

Hang in there.

This post was exactly what I needed today! I am 2 weeks out from my marathon and am suffering from TERRIBLE shin splints :( feeling so discouraged and really struggling to give my body the rest it needs!

That being said, I feel your pain and am SO sorry to hear about your health issues!!! Training hard and missing a race is so tough. But you have an amazing attitude and have inspired me to change mine :)

I’ll be praying for you! I hope you are able to feel strong and rock that race!

Oh man what a bummer!!! Life is so unpredictable. I hope you’re able to overcome this by Saturday but hey, if not? It wasn’t meant to be. Seems like you’re remaining positive about the whole situation which is awesome! You’re a great role model.

Hang in there!

There’s nothing worse than being curled up into a ball from stabbing stomach pain. I hope the prescribed meds work their magic by race day. Stay positive, your attitude is inspiring.

How scary!! What a disappointment but hopefully the new medicine will kick in and work. It is such an emotional situations because even if it works, you have not had the amount of food you normally take in to feed yourself for the race. On the other side, you have put in so many training hours and work in preparation. It seems everything comes at once, this, your mom, your breakup, buying a new car, the pole etc. But for me when that happens, it is a time where I learn the most on my journey. I was really sick one time (it was a long time ago) where I was chronically fatigued (I had three hours of energy a day that is it). The doctor told me it was depression but I knew it was not depression. It was different. I went to this chiropractor who used this probe on my hands and feet. He told me I had a severe yeast problem throughout my body from taking too many antibiotics (as a result of several sinus infections that would not go away). Everything came at once. I did some research and knew how to solve it but back then doctors did not believe in it so I tried other methods first (changed diet). When it did not get better, I found a doctor who prescribed the medication to me and in a month of taking it, I got better. I have not been that sick since. I learned a lot during that time frame even though it was one of the toughest times of my life.

I absolutely love Brooke’s running form in the gymnastics picture. :)

I hope you feel better soon!!

I like to sneak a lot of really random songs in my mix that will make me laugh. One that I always leave in is “Big Band Bossa Nova” by Quincy Jones – AKA the Austin Powers theme song :) It always comes on at a time when I need to loosen up and laugh the most, and it works EVERY time.

Also, Florence & the Machine – Heartlines. So amazing.

Sending get well wishes your way! You have had it so tough lately but the way you have put running in perspective in light of this has been inspiring. Whether it is at St George or elsewhere, by respecting your body and your running, you will absolutely nail the 26.2 miles xx

Sending prayers your way for Saturday! I know how hard you’ve been working at this, I too want my half marathon PR on 10/31.

My newest favorite songs are:
Downtown by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Hold my Hand by Jess Glynne
Alive (Zedd Remix) by Empire of the Son & Zedd
Electric Love by Borns
Black Magic by Little Mix

Prayers headed your way! Hope that medicine kicks in and you are able to have a great race. :-)

The best part of this week will be tomorrow morning when I finally get to sleep in.

Back in 7th grade, I randomly came down with a horrible horrible stomach bug. I know there was more too it but i can’t remember what exactly it was. I do know that I was bed ridden for a week and a half, and my mom thought I had Leukemia. I didn’t, praise the Lord, but it was a very scary time!

I love making playlists.. a few amazing songs I’m hooked on right now are Ex’s & Oh’s by Elle King, What Do You Mean by Justin Bieber, Recess by Skrillex, and ANYTHING by Imagine Dragons… if you’re looking for angry/pump up songs… look up Kid Rock. :)

Hey lady! I haven’t commented in awhile, but just wanted to say that life sure has the strangest way of doing things, but we always seem to end up EXACTLY where we are supposed to be, ya know? His plan is greater than our understanding, so if you don’t get to race this weekend, that just means your PR course is the next one :). Prayers and thoughts your way!

Oh no! I’m sorry you’re still feeling crummy! Your definitely in my thoughts, but you have to make sure you don’t push yourself. There’s nothing wrong with sitting one out.

And, I’ve really been digging some older jams lately: “Rollin” Limp Bizkit, “Butterfly” Crazytown, AC/DC, Bob Seger, Metallica…and it just goes on and on. ;)

Thank you so much for sharing what you’ve been going through with not feeling well. I’ve had stomach/digestive system issues pretty much my whole life but it comes and goes pretty quickly (usually only lasting 1 day to a full week). It’s frustrating because a lot of the time I’m not sure what causes the pain and issues (sometimes dairy, sometimes beans, etc) and unfortunately I’ve been having issues this week and am now only 2 days out until my marathon.

My favorite song I’m adding to my marathon playlist right now is “Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart” by Chris Cornell.

Best part of the week so far was a spur of the moment date night Monday at one of our favorite spots in town- black and white movies, free popcorn and poutine :)

So sorry for your health problems but I love your attitude and keeping things in perspective!
They did rule out your appendix right??