Elite runner Keira D'Amato talks about the importance of nourishing yourself and giving yourself grace after a workout or race.
unning a marathon, which is 26.2 miles, is a long way to go—even for professional runners. In fact, elite distance runneris the first to admit completing a marathon and giving it all you’ve got is a massive feat, no matter the result.
“I like to say that I’ve run my legs and I’ve run my mouth in Chicago for the past three years,” D’Amato says. “This year, I’m back to running my legs, even if running my mouth is a little bit easier. But I definitely got so much FOMO whenever I wasn’t there to run, so I’m really excited for the opportunity to run this year.”
As amped for the Chicago Marathon as D’Amato is, she values the downtime after a big event just as much so she can tackle tasks around the house, spend more time with her kids, and give her body a break. “No matter how the race goes, it’s important not to lose sight of the fact that you just ran a marathon, and that’s a huge accomplishment. There's always something to be proud of.” —Keira D'AmatoMost athletes know how soothing it is to have someone work on your muscles after a tough workout or grueling competition. For D’Amato,“A massage is such a great way to jumpstart your recovery,” D’Amato says.
Normatec boots—and most leg and calf compression boots—are TSA-approved to be packed in carry-on luggage and used in-flight. Your legs will thank you for taking care of them, especially because leg swelling can be common while sitting for long periods of time, like on a flight or road trip.D’Amato finds a lot of joy from the entire process behind being an elite runner: the training, the racing, and the recovery.
“I always like to find the silver lining. There are so many things out of your control during a marathon—some may go your way and some may not,” D’Amato says. “No matter how the race goes, it’s important not to lose sight of the fact that you just ran a marathon, and that’s a huge accomplishment. There's always something to be proud of.”A large part of D’Amato’s life is taken up by running because it's her career.
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