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Athletic Trainer Turned Marathon Mom: Amy Lyles on Bone Density, Peloton & PRs
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From devastating stress fractures to a 3:14 marathon PR - athletic trainer and mom Amy Lyles shares her incredible running comeback story with host Chris Detzel. After being sidelined for a full year with pubic bone injuries following her first pregnancy, Amy rebuilt from zero with just 5-minute run/walk intervals.
In this episode, Chris and Amy discuss how she:
- Overcame multiple stress fractures and bone density issues
- Used Peloton training to stay fit during injury recovery
- Worked with coach Neely Gracie to achieve a 7-minute marathon PR at Houston
- Balanced motherhood with Boston Marathon qualifying goals
- Found community through Ray's Track Club and DFW runners
Key topics: Marathon training for moms, stress fracture recovery, postpartum running challenges, athletic trainer insights, Peloton cross-training, bone density issues in female athletes, Ray's Track Club, Houston Marathon, Boston qualifying times.
Perfect for runners dealing with injury setbacks, new moms returning to running, or anyone seeking inspiration for their comeback journey.
Amy's story proves that with patience, proper coaching, and determination, you can come back stronger than ever.
Guest: Amy Lyles, Athletic Trainer at Plano West High School
Host: Chris Detzel Part of DFW Running Talk - featuring Dallas-Fort Worth running community stories.
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