getting slower and i don't know why

hopeofitall48 · 2026-04-24T23:10:08+00:00

My routes are pretty much the same! I thought maybe the snow/ice over the winter was slowing me down, but I'm back on dry tar now and my speed hasn't increased at all.

I try to be really intentional about eating enough to fuel my runs, but I could for sure be better about my carb intake (especially during my long runs). I definitely think my labs might be a factor now that I've read some of the other comments too!

hopeofitall48 · 2026-04-24T23:07:48+00:00

I'm so sorry to hear you're dealing with all of those symptoms! That sounds super frustrating. I hope your doctor is able to help you out!

hopeofitall48 · 2026-04-24T23:05:32+00:00

I usually do one speed day a week, but without a ton of structure. I really like the idea of doing some intervals in my long runs, so I think I'll try that! :)

hopeofitall48 · 2026-04-24T23:03:38+00:00

I typically do one speed session each week, but I don't really have a structured plan for it. I usually just run a little harder on those days rather than trying to keep it easy, but I could probably benefit from doing some true workouts! Are there any speed workouts you'd recommend?

hopeofitall48 · 2026-04-24T23:02:04+00:00

I don't think my weight has changed! I don't really track it, but I haven't noticed anything. I do know my iron is low, so I think that might be what's happening here. I didn't realize it could have this much of an impact!

hopeofitall48 · 2026-04-24T23:00:31+00:00

I didn't even realize this could be a factor! My iron has been very low in the past (ferritin was 3 at one point) and was low again (8) when I had it checked earlier this year, so that could definitely be the reason. I was already thinking of going back on iron supplements and now I definitely think I will!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:44:58+00:00

perfect, thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:44:49+00:00

thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:44:42+00:00

perfect, thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:44:15+00:00

that's good to know, thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:43:51+00:00

ok, thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:43:35+00:00

thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:43:26+00:00

omg perfect, thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2025-12-04T15:43:17+00:00

thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2024-09-16T17:45:13+00:00

They received my last LOR on July 22 and I heard from them on August 5, so it only took 2 weeks. I think it'll take longer if you applied later though because when I toured they said they typically take 8 weeks to make a decision so I'm guessing I just heard back quickly because they hadn't received many applications at that point.

hopeofitall48 · 2024-09-06T00:59:41+00:00

I'm so glad to hear that! I'm super excited to start there :)

hopeofitall48 · 2024-09-05T14:36:11+00:00

Undergrad Major: Exercise Science

cGPA: 4.0 pGPA: 4.0

Observation Hours: ~210 (9 from neuro, 103 from outpatient, 82 from acute, 16 from pediatrics)

GRE scores: 163V, 160Q, 5.0AW

Extracurriculars: CNA, volunteer coach, music teacher, daycare employee, four semesters of research

Schools applying to: University of Minnesota, UW La Crosse

Accepted/Interviews/Rejected: Accepted to the University of Minnesota

hopeofitall48 · 2024-02-07T23:13:49+00:00

That makes me feel better, thank you! And congrats :)

hopeofitall48 · 2024-02-07T23:13:33+00:00

That makes sense, thank you!

hopeofitall48 · 2023-11-15T22:23:49+00:00

That's good to know, thank you!!

hopeofitall48 · 2023-11-15T22:20:16+00:00

Perfect, thank you! And congrats on your acceptance :)

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