Chronically Badass
Chronically Badass is a grassroots movement dedicated to connecting, supporting, and inspiring invisible illness warriors in their athletic and fitness pursuits.
The Victory Lap
Badass Katherine, Crohn’s
Katherine ran two laps of Tough Mudder Colorado — 16 miles and 48 obstacles! In the course of her Badassery, she earned her 10x headband.
Badass Caitlyn, Colitis
After 11 years of remission, Caitlyn has been battling colitis for the last year. While last summer was plagued with bad health, she’s managing her condition well now.
Badass Maja, POTS
In January, recumbent biking was a struggle for Maja, who now goes to the gym daily. She discovered her love of weightlifting, which helps manage her symptoms.
Badass Jenn, EDS/POTS/MCAD
After a stellar performance in Dun Laoghaire, Jenn is going to the 2020 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in New Zealand!
Podcast
6. Completing a First Marathon with Colitis – Liz Russell
Liz Russell, a Badass with ulcerative colitis and trigeminal neuralgia, shares her Marine Corps Marathon successes and challenges, from training and nutrition to race day itself.
4. Lifting Up Others (and Barbells) while Undiagnosed – Dr. Marcia Darbouze
Chronic illness warrior Dr. Marcia Darbouze speaks with us about her own medical and athletic Badassery, as well as powerlifting and Strongman competitions, how to get started in strength training, advice for recovery, and inclusivity in the fitness world.
3. Dreaming Big with Cystic Fibrosis – Sophie Grace Holmes
Sophie Grace Holmes, an endurance athlete, adventurer, and Badass with cystic fibrosis, shares details about her mountain treks and recent bike ride across Britain, along with her goal setting philosophy.
2. Being a Lifelong Athlete with Multiple Sclerosis – Bill Sinak
Bill Sinak, a 24-time marathoner and 26-year BikeMSer, talks with us about the endurance adventures he’s enjoyed in the decades since his multiple sclerosis diagnosis.
1. Ramping Up to a Half-Marathon with Rheumatoid Arthritis – Emma Pond
Emma Pond, a British Badass with rheumatoid arthritis, a love of trail running, and an upcoming half-marathon, shares her story on our very first podcast episode.