Hi,
Hope everyone is ok today. Sorry to hear about the flu and chest infection Cath, hope you’re feeling better soon.
I watched the second part of Mind over Marathon today, did anyone else cry all the way through it? No? Just me then 
what an inspirational programme. Once I’d mopped up my tears I went out for a run, feeling positive again.
Love to all and enjoy your bra dash/ power walk/ runs this weekend ladies.xx
Well RunningMum13 maybe I didn’t cry ALL the way through… 
Brilliant cath! I’m imagining that beautiful 5 miles and how that will soon be me. So pleased for you. Your bra dash made me laugh - I can hardly remember what it feels like to wear a real bra. I now live in M&S extra high impact sports bras which I do really like, although not v sexy. xxx
Good tears though, RunningMum, eh? xxx
Yes! Good tears ArgyMargy! Just about got over it
That 5 mile run with the sun on your back sounds amazing RunningFree, you’ll soon be doing that ArgyMargy.
Love & sunshine to all
Donna xx
Hi ladies, just thought I’d check in to see how my fellow runners are getting on? Xx
Hello RunningMum13 and all,
Just started docetaxel and feeling completely rubbish, thank you! Hopefully temporary. I’ve been trying to keep walking, although slowing down a bit during the 3rd & 4th FEC as heart rate all over the place. But the gorgeous weather helps my mood and I just focus on getting through the treatment so I can get running again. As ever, reading about others’ progress is inspirational so feel free to brag about runs you’ve done!
xxx
Hi ladies - just wanted to say hello. I’m just diagnosed - surgery booked for either 25th August or 6th September. I’ve just had to transfer my place in the Cardiff half to another runner 
Am totally gutted and although I’m fairly confident that eventually I can get back to running post treatment I’m starting to worry about how taking tamoxifen will affect my weight / joints. I know it’s early days and I haven’t even had my op or the radiotherapy yet - but I can’t imagine a life where I can’t run! It keeps me sane! I’d really appreciate joining you all on your journeys
Thanks
Mandy x
I take tamoxifen and it hasn’t affected my joints, it will take a while to get your fitness back but you will do it, just depending on what op you’re having you may need a very good sports bra. I had mastectomy with recon so wore two bras when I first started running again! Good luck with your surgery and treatment. The waiting stage is the worst, once you’ve had the op you can focus on your recovery. Xx
Thanks Kiki2. I’m having WLE and SNB. My boobs aren’t big (just saggy - think Spaniels ears!!) ? I’ve got a variety of different running bras - guess I’ll just have to see which one is most comfy? Hope your recovery is going well xxx
Hi fellow runners!
I also take Tamoxifen and haven’t had any problems to date with my joints or weight gain (I started taking it in January).
Regarding your fitness - you will definitely get there! Just be gentle on yourself when you are ready to return, and build up gradually, walking at first helps maintain your fitness.
I also wear 2 bras, my usual sports one and an M&S high impact bra that zips up the front. I had a WLE and SNB in December last year and are back to 10k distance.
Love to you all, and best wishes for your ops and subsequent treatment.
Donna x
Thank you. That’s reassuring. I’ve got a date for my op - 25th August - so I’ll be getting in as much running before then as I can. My partner has said he will confiscate my trainers until I’m properly recovered! I’ll look
Forward to hearing how you all are doing.
Mandy
How are you getting on, Newbrunette? Just popped in to big up the M&S bras. I’ve got several of the extra high impact sports bras and also several of their post-mastectomy bras. I think they’re really supportive as well as great quality and value. I’m not running again yet (mastectomy in February then 6 months of chemo) but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel… Three weeks of radiotherapy starting next week and then I’ll be looking to start a gentle jog as soon as I get the green light!
Best of luck to you xx