marathon running

anonymous

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Dr. Taylor,What level of PFT scores do you think would be necessary in order for someone with CF to complete a marathon?Thanks!
 

anonymous

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Is there a dr Taylor anymore? I havent seen any responses to his questions in a while. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif" border="0"> Becky
 

roblake29

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Im not Dr Taylor, but I have run a marathon. However, although I do have CF I dont know what my pfts are. I am lucky enough that I am in very good health and I guess its because I have a mild case of CF. I therefore tend to compare myself, in terms of my health and fitness, to my friends and other athletes who dont have cf, and not to others who do have cf.Having said this I think the best advice is not to jump straight in to a marathon. Maybe start by entering a 10k race (about 1/4 marathon) and then maybe enter a half marathon after. Once you complete a half marathon you will have a good idea if you are able to take on the full thing. It is possible though, so believe in yourself. Take it slow and let me know how you are getting on!Rob 24 wcf
 

anonymous

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I ran my first marathon when my FEV1 was 40. I was 22 years old. I no longer take the FEV1 test because it really serves no purpose for me. I remember a doctor looking at my FEV1 and saying we should think about a lung transplant. Really....even running 5k and 10k with 7 minute miles?I am 36 now. I have not run for awhile and imagine, if taken, my FEV1 would be very low. However I believe more in me and not an output on a machine. Dictate your own future!!!<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
 
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