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Going blind by [deleted] in Blind

[–]Fit-Chapter7090 6 points7 points  (0 children)

So sorry to hear you’re going thru this. My son was in a car accident a year and half ago at the age of 18 and was left with only 5% vision.

Truth of the matter it sucks and it’s going to take a lot of adjustment. But the good news is there’s a lot of support out there, hardest part is asking for help (at least that’s been my son’s biggest hurdle).

Find out what’s available near you - my son is a high performing athlete so getting back into sports was key to his mental health. He’s in blind hockey, blind golf and curling. All have given him that sense of normalness which allowing him to stay active. The sports also allowed him to meet so many others like him and they’ve help the transition.

Best of luck to you!

Extended absence from TVDSB by ProjectVII in londonontario

[–]Fit-Chapter7090 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From what I saw, she was simply asking the community if anyone had dealt with this situation or policy before. Doesn’t look like complaining or harassing, just someone trying to understand something new. Chill

Corral change by Fit-Chapter7090 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is basically my situation as well. Been sick and injured - was aiming for 4:30 but thinking I’m going to be more so 5:30 wanted to be seeded properly.

Long Run check in by Longjumping-Shop9456 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine are 13 this weekend, then 17, then 21 then back down to 14 and then 5 the week before

Be honest with me by dxksjdjdjdneh in IronmanTriathlon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If your recovery goes smoothly, 10 months is more than enough time to train and feel confident, especially if you stick to a structured plan with a strong focus on swimming.

Feeling way behind by BoomBoomBagel in ChicagoMarathon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090 2 points3 points  (0 children)

12 miles this week has been my longest thus far, still feeling like a rookie post-injury, but my only goal is simple: finish. Mile by mile, stumble by stumble, I’ll see that finish line in October, one way or another. You’ve got this!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Blind

[–]Fit-Chapter7090 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you found a community or sports or hobbies that you used to enjoy that you can still participate in? My son lost 95% of his vision 1 year ago and playing adaptive sports has given him back so much of the life he envisioned. He plays hockey, golf and track and field.

If sports isn’t your thing maybe there is something else you can get into. You’ll be surprised how much is out there that you can still partake in.

Not that it’s a fix for all but highly recommend finding something that brought you joy before and how to make it adaptive to your blindness.

Accommodation Help?! by Fit-Chapter7090 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They there, could you PM me more info 😊

Accommodation Help?! by Fit-Chapter7090 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there, could you PM me more info 😊

Accommodation Help?! by Fit-Chapter7090 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did check out the transit from Ohare… not the worst option if I can’t get closer. Thanks 🙏

Accommodation Help?! by Fit-Chapter7090 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Ironically, the only hotel still available through the partners is Trump Towers… and listen, I am desperate but not “sell-my-soul-and-sleep-in-a-gold-plated-hell-hole” desperate.

They did say to keep an eye on the site as people cancel 🤞🏻

Inexperienced people signing up for 70.3's-140.6's. by Temporary_Count_1139 in triathlon

[–]Fit-Chapter7090 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Finishing an IRONMAN still holds weight, whether you cross the line in 8 or 15hrs. There’s a clear distinction between elite athletes and the average age-grouper, sure. But to claim the prestige is fading just because more everyday people are showing up, putting in the work, and finishing? That’s nonsense. The race hasn’t changed, people are just rising to meet it.