My pharmacy thought it would be cool to switch me to a generic thyroid hormone replacement with a disclaimer saying the medication may look different, but is not different. My hypothyroidism begs to differ.
I feel like crap.
I sleep for 12 hours, take unplanned naps, and have become a couch ornament with 3 blankets and the thermostat at 70. That has been my week.
I am investigating solutions, but as we all know the healthcare system is slow. I have had to prioritize my energy – which means doing my runs, but not necessarily doing the dishes; going to work, but not necessarily doing errands; lying on the couch and also lying on the couch.
The longest long run
I did do my 20 mile run Sunday (and paid for it dearly Monday, wake up at noon and bedtime at 8 anyone?).
It was supposed to be 32 degrees with little wind chill – I was so upset to wake up to 25 degrees. It could have been worse, but I’m currently working with little motivation thyroid.
Long Run Breakfast
Can I run in my robe?
I averaged 10:12/mile which would get me my sub 4.5 hour goal in a marathon race. 3 weeks until the marathon!
5 Marathon long run lessons
- The first 4.5 miles are hard. At 4.5, I eat my first snack. I don’t know if I’m just mentally not in the correct mindset at the beginning of the run, or if I’m not getting enough accessible carbs at the start.
- Miles 10-16, I tend to go into autopilot where I am moving, but am not focused or putting forth significant effort. They are my slowest miles.
- My mid-run nutrition is slowing me down, like an entire minute each time I have to open and eat a Gu. I typically avoid gummies like Shot Bloks because of their size, but I am exploring the idea of going exclusively to them due to their manageability. I can cut them into smaller pieces.
- New practice this run: After every split, I threw out whatever negative thought came to mind and gave myself positive feedback. I’m maintaining pace. Just push a little harder this mile. The run seemed to go by faster this way – rather than dismissing the last mile and pessimistically entering the next, I congratulated myself for the last mile and looked forward to the next.
- I look longingly toward 10:00/mile, and the mid-run miles slowed me down. I ran a sub 9 mile for mile 19 to catch up and get a better average pace. That shows me that I have the strength to complete a marathon, and that my time goal is reachable.
Savannah City Hall
Bonus: There were less tourists since it was cold.
Bird waiting for ferry
My first marathon training cycle, I just followed the formula and checked off the miles. I am still a newbie, but with my second round I am beginning to see patterns emerge. I can see simple places to improve. I look forward to learning more about running.
I also look forward to a proper functioning thyroid.
You did great! I eat Sport Beans because they are smaller than the shot blocks and easier to eat.
I will have to try Sport Beans again. Do they come in single flavors or only assorted? I did love their size, but wasn’t a fan of some of the flavors in the assorted.
My doctor has always told me not to take generic thyroid meds, writes on the prescription “No Substitutions”, and the the pharmacy still tries to get me to take the generic. I’ve had them fill my prescription with the generic version without my permission in the past. I always take it back. Hope you get things figured out!
Thanks Sara! Apparently my pharmacy did not initially have a generic, so they were giving me name-brand at generic prices. Now I’m working to get the name-brand covered by my insurance. I’ve had a generic version work for me in the past, but this one was NO-GOOD!
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