Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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Back in January when my body was feeling good, I signed up for my first 5K. I was so excited. And then February hit and I went into a psoriatic arthritis flare.
But tomorrow is race day. And today I picked up my racing bib anyway. 🩷

In this video I am sharing exactly where my body is at right now, what living with chronic pain and perimenopause really looks like behind the scenes, and why I decided to show up for this race no matter what.

Because I made a promise to myself. And this body, even in a flare, is still so worthy of showing up for.

If you are navigating chronic illness, chronic pain, or perimenopause and wondering if you are “too sick” or “not well enough” to keep going toward your goals, I hope this one sits with you. 💛

Tomorrow I run. Watch what happens next.

Tags: #PsoriaticArthritis #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #Perimenopause #FirstTimeRunner #RacingBib #5K #MoveWithPurpose #CharlenetownWellness #WellnessOver40 #HormoneHealth #ShowUpForYourself #RunningWithChronicIllness #ChronicPainAwareness #HealthyHabits