I have had lupus for 21 years and the very best of those years has been in the last 3- since I started running! I just finished my 4th half-marathon 3 weeks ago and hope to complete many, many more. I think that if you eat well, get enough sleep and listen to your body (don't overdo it), exercise helps to relieve stress and build confidence. I have dealt with a few set-backs during my days as a runner (major flare after completing a full marathon) and urge those who take up endurance sports and are living with an autoimmune disease to discuss it with their specialist before starting any training.
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I have had lupus for 21 years and the very best of those years has been in the last 3- since I started running! I just finished my 4th half-marathon 3 weeks ago and hope to complete many, many more. I think that if you eat well, get enough sleep and listen to your body (don't overdo it), exercise helps to relieve stress and build confidence. I have dealt with a few set-backs during my days as a runner (major flare after completing a full marathon) and urge those who take up endurance sports and are living with an autoimmune disease to discuss it with their specialist before starting any training.
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