The Journey
Small Steps.
Big Wins.
On December 15, 2024, an ischemic stroke forced me to stop everything and face a completely different reality. What followed was not just a physical recovery — it was a deeply personal process of rebuilding, step by step, day by day.
"Movement became more than activity. It became survival. It became healing."
Through discipline, patience, and resilience, I found my way back — not to who I was before, but to a stronger version of myself. Running became the bridge between recovery and purpose.
From those first uncertain steps, I went on to complete the Chicago Marathon in 3:35:19 — a time that represents far more than a finish. It represents recovery, consistency, and belief.
Today, as a member of Achilles International, I'm preparing for the New York City Marathon — carrying this story forward, and proving that recovery is not just possible. It's unstoppable.