I NOW HAVE THE BUG!

I have now been bitten. I have the bug and suffering from being infected. No, not the swine-flu or anything ridiculous like that. I am taking about running and running mini-marathons. This infection actually improves your health, helps you lose weight, lubricates your joints and makes you stronger.

My first ever experience with running a mini-marathon was a blast and I can safely say it will not be my last. The Kentucky Derby Marathon and Mini-marathon Festival was a blast…for the majority of the race. There was of course tremendous high anticipation at the starting area. Running the course with 20,000 people who were older, younger including Colonel Sanders, ca 8 Elvis characters and super athletes in wheel-chairs; was an adrenaline rush like no other. And then of course running onto Churchill Downs was spectacular!

It was tough around mile10-12. The mental games set-in. Regardless, I actually felt good. I had no new pains in my back, lumbar spine, knees or ankles. Just minor pressure pains in my feet. If you would have asked me even 6 months ago, that I would complete, run the entire 13.1 mile course and beat my time that I set for a goal, I’d think you were crazy and insane at the same time. Well, it is possible to change you mindset. With enough training, will and determination and great support (from the people you hang around) you can accomplish and achieve what you set out to do. Chiropractic care to my spine, knees and ankles obviously kept me in great shape. My spine felt strong and my knees only had minor inflammation post-race. Loveland massage and Kristine Hammer helped my muscle tissue heal and recover properly during training. Just about a year ago, I recovered from a pulled muscle in my right calf. Cold laser therapy helped tremendously. I also, changed my diet drastically, did a liver and body cleanse in October of 2008 and started working out on a regular basis. On top of all these things I must also mentioned the fantastic nutritional products from Orenda International. These products have kept my body detoxing on a daily basis, provided more stability and improved function to my pituitary gland and subsequent hormone balance. And of course, the superfood, Oki’of which I had pre-race and provided me with vital nutrition in the morning.

As Doctors of Chiropractic, we are also coaches to our patients. Our optimal goal with our patients is to achieve better health and reaching physical, mental and emotional wellness. That is a victory in itself to experience and help patients change, improve and take on new challenges. We are looking forward helping you reach your health and wellness goals!

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