tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161163969858793008.post1268850224807104770..comments2023-08-28T05:44:32.542-07:00Comments on Deb's Life as a Lupus Runner, Swimmer, and Biker: Illinois Half Marathon Race ReportDebhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14557181946913722132noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161163969858793008.post-47217360563052530862012-06-09T18:50:05.929-07:002012-06-09T18:50:05.929-07:00I'm so glad I came across your blog. I also h...I'm so glad I came across your blog. I also have Lupus. Systemic Lupus to be exact. When I was diagnosed, I was 18 and careless. I continued with the typical college lifestyle despite my diagnosis. When I was pregnant, my Lupus almost cost my son and me our lives. This near-death experience really put things into perspective. I started running and really changed my lifestyle not only for me, but for my son as well. Because of this and how well my running has been going, I want to train for a half-marathon. I was unsure if my body could handle it, but as research more and talk with my doctor, I think I can do it. I've been blessed to not have had a flare-up for over 2 years. There are days when I am tired an in pain, but running seems to help this. Thankfully, the seriousness of my Lupus has subsided and I can start doing more things. Your blog was so inspirational, and I also have conversations with myself when I run. This has given me the push I needed. Thanks so much, and I'll be praying for you and all of your running endeavors!<br /><br />Laura WilliamsAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01383728531104087547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8161163969858793008.post-30778937956539120482009-05-06T19:32:00.000-07:002009-05-06T19:32:00.000-07:00You did great, honey. Just think how far you've co...You did great, honey. Just think how far you've come. And you're still young. You have many more fun events ahead of you!Timhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04558813471766103419noreply@blogger.com