In this episode of Adaptive LiMitS, Justine and David recap their Gran Fondo experience and reflect on what it means to reclaim identity through sport.

Justine shares what it felt like to take 1st place in her age group after previously finishing 2nd before her accident, while David talks about completing his first ever timed bike race and finishing under his goal time.

Together, they talk about the emotions after crossing the finish line, the long road back from diagnosis and injury, and why they no longer see themselves as people defined by MS — but as athletes who just happen to have it.

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.

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.