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I’ve taken 3 weekly Vitamin D mega doses so far since being diagnosed deficient at my annual physical. To those of you who questioned the 50k mega-dose, know that I was taking 5,000 IUs daily and was still coming up way short. Crazy, I know.
Effects?
Nothing noticeable the first week. But last week and just this morning, I’ve begun to hear the angels sing during my runs. This is huge as my running angels have been on extended sabbatical and I’ve been able to hear nothing over my wheezing and desperate gasps for air. Last week it was as if someone flipped a switch and I was able to process the air I was taking in once again. I ran a good 30 seconds per mile faster without even trying. Numbers on my Garmin appeared that I was sure were a mistake. It was as if someone had hit rewind and taken me back to those cherished, golden days when 9 minute miles were conservative marathon pace.
Granted I have a long way to go. And I fully accept it if I don’t make it all the way back to where I was. But, dare I say it? Running is starting to become joyful again. My Newtons click against the pavement in a certain way they hadn’t when I was plodding and dying.
I also need to work on the mental side. My brain was so used to dealing with not being able to hit paces that I’d virtually given up on speed work. I need to reopen my mind to the possibility of running fast again. Because physically I am coming back.
For the first time in a long time, I am hopeful for the upcoming Marine Corps Marathon training cycle.
Yay! I am so glad you are seeing improvement and feeling better mentally and physically. WOnderful! hugs!! 🙂
WAHOOOOOOOOOO!
That is freaking awesome! I’m so happy for you!!
I didn’t realize just how important getting enough vitamin D in was until I was getting ready to move to Michigan and my Florida doctor gave me a whole talk about making sure I upped my dosage so I didn’t get SAD during the winters. Since then I’ve known so many people that have traced their health problems to the vitamin deficiency. So glad you were able to identify the problem and fix it.
Hooray! So glad you are starting to feel like your old running self again:) I say this while I am downing my multi vitamins and 2 extra vitamin D pills:) It makes such a huge difference!
I’m running Marine Corps this fall, too! Which plan are you using? I’m still deciding..
Hooray! This is wonderful news!
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!! beyond excited fro you:) looking forward to following you in your training!
That’s good news! I sat through a talk about Vitamin D deficiencies in kids with Autism at the conference a few weeks back.
That is sooooooooooo exciting! It is simply amazing how our chemistry works, and if one thing is off, it can affect the whole system. So glad you are feeling so much better!
yay! So happy you are feeling good! I was told I am low on Vit D at my last physical too, maybe something I should look more into.
So glad to hear that you are feeling better! I’ve been going through something similar (though my issue was iron) and it’s been so nice in the last week or so to finally feel like I am getting back to somewhere close to “normal.”
That’s such good news! And perfect timing with your marathon training right around the corner. Glad you’re seeing improvement!
So glad to hear that!
Awesome! I noticed increased energy and weight loss once I increased my vitamin D (which can actually be a side effect of having the right amount). Glad to hearz!
Awesome you have your running mojo back! I guess I’ll get my blood tested again and actually take the vitamin D this time if it’s still low. I could use an extra 30 seconds per mile speed up.
Great news!! I really had no idea that Vitamin D could make such a difference. Glad you’re getting your running grove back!
Wonderful news!! So glad that it’s looking like this was a magic pill for you!
So glad to hear that you’re getting some mojo back! Thank you vitamin D!! Looking forward to hearing about your training progress.
I’m so happy for you. I know exactly how it feels for running to be joyful after a prolonged slog. It just fills your heart and makes you feel alive.
YAY! I’m glad your running angels are singing again!
That’s great news! Who knew Vitamin D could effect have such an effect on your running? You’ve just made me want to have another glass of milk!
soooo fascinating! but great news!!
WOOHOO! So glad it’s working & your body is absorbing it.
that’s amazing about the vitamin D!! Happy it’s working, nothing like the feeling of getting your groove back! : )
So happy to hear this! I hope the vit D works out for you. I am going to get tested for that and low iron as I’ve been soooooo exhausted. napping all the time. and I feel you on getting your groove back. I am finally in the running love again and I, well, I love it 😀 xo
Great news, I am very happy for you.
Now new and better goals are possible.
So glad to hear the megadose worked and that you were able to start feeling better in time for your relay. Can’t wait to read about the Ragnar 🙂
Great job! Glad to hear you Vit D levels improved. Try pairing up Vit D with foods rich in Boron (i.e., almonds, avocados and peanut butter) to better metabolize your D!