Adaptive LiMitS

Adaptive LiMitS, Episode 8 - Final Prep for Fondo Weekend

When life throws you a curveball — whether it’s a crash or just life with a chronic condition — the real challenge is learning how to adapt and pivot. In this episode, Justine shares her recent bike crash recovery, while David opens up about the challenges of training with MS just days before the Gran Fondo.

Adaptive LiMitS, Episode 7 - Giving yourself time, it doesn't happen over night

In this episode, Justine finally puts birthday cake Oreos and birthday cake Tailwind to the test—because endurance fueling should be fun too, right? From there, the conversation gets real. Justine and David share their personal MS journeys and how they each found their way into endurance sports. It’s not a straight line—and it definitely doesn’t happen overnight. They talk about the early days, the setbacks, and the patience it takes to build something new in your body and your identity. If you’re navigating MS, starting something new, or just trying to figure out what’s possible, this episode is a reminder to give yourself time. Because progress isn’t instant—but it is possible.

Adaptive LiMitS, Episode 6 - The World Is Your Oyster: Paulina’s Story

The episode features our first guest, Paulina, who shares her journey with MS and cycling. After her diagnosis, her neurologist told her something unexpected: “The world is your oyster.” That mindset carries through this entire conversation. We talk about Paulina’s passion for cycling, the impact of movement on her health and well-being, and the challenges and adaptations she’s made along the way. Her determination—and her decision to keep going—serve as a powerful reminder of what’s still possible.

Adaptive LiMitS, Episode 5 - All things nutrition

The conversation covers personal updates, the impact of alcohol on athletic performance, personal stories of sobriety, and endurance nutrition and veganism. It delves into the challenges and choices related to nutrition and fueling for endurance athletes.

Adaptive LiMitS, Episode 4 - Leaning In: Race Mindset, Fueling, and Advocating for Yourself

In this episode of Adaptive Limits, David and Justine dive into the realities of endurance sports while living with MS. They talk about the mindset needed to tackle tough races, the importance of proper fueling, and the lessons learned from pushing their bodies in training. The conversation also takes some lighter turns—discussing tattoos and the stories behind them, the all-too-real topic of needing to pee during endurance races, and will Justine’s overheating laptop survive the full recording without another ice pack? Throughout the episode, they reflect on advocating for yourself in healthcare, trusting your body, and normalizing conversations around chronic illness in endurance sports.