what I've really learned from this is that when you're young or old and if you have an injury

and it's hard for crossfitters because you always want more more more more more but I think one

thing that I can instill upon some of the listeners and viewers is that no matter what if you have

an injury don't worry about what everybody else is doing like I've had knee injuries, I've had

brain injuries I was out of being physical for eight months if you drop down to a certain point

just try and work your way back don't try and be where you were before and continue with your

community and you know try and go up and be upset at yourself because you're not there be happy

for those have moved up but try and do your best to kind of work your way back to physical fitness.

Hello and welcome to pursuing health. I'm Dr. Julie Fouche family physician and former

crossfit games athlete. Here I bring you information and inspiration to help bridge the gap between

fitness and medicine and support your journey toward your healthiest self. This episode is one

of a series of pursuing health stories. Here I feature the inspiring stories of regular everyday

people who've used lifestyle to overcome some incredible health challenges and in this week's

episode I share a conversation with longtime crossfit athlete Vanessa Liu whose life changed when

she suddenly experienced a ruptured brain aneurysm one day while working out. Vanessa shares how during

this traumatic experience it was the quick reaction of her crossfit community who helped her to receive

the appropriate medical attention and set her on a speedy road to recovery. We also talk about the

importance of undergoing regular medical screenings even for healthy individuals and I absolutely

loved how Vanessa's resilience and mindset came through as she talked about admiring others

achievements but keeping her own focus on celebrating her progress as she continues to recover.

Before we dive into the episode I do want to make it clear that this podcast is for general

information only and does not provide medical advice. I recommend that you seek assistance from your

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