Marathoner Neely Spence Gracey
Women Fitness|July - August 2020
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Marathoner Neely Spence Gracey

Neely Spence Gracey, the great marathoner is an eight-time NCAA DII Champion and holds two NCAA records. She has represented Team USA in 5 international competitions, and has raced in 8 different countries where she most notably was the top American and 13th in the World in the 2013 World Cross Country Championships in Poland.

After giving birth to her son in July 2018, Neely Spence Gracey faced innumerable challenges on her return to competition. A stress fracture and hormone imbalances, in addition to the pressure of being a new parent, led to inconsistent training cycles and frustration for the 2:34 marathoner.

With her patience, persistence, and a new mindset, Gracey, 29, climbed her way back to a fulfilling place in her training. Four months later, she was on the upswing with the goal of qualifying for the 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. Neely is excited for what the next year will bring and is ultimately building towards the 2024 Olympic year.

Today, Neely lives in Boulder, CO with her husband/coach Dillon, 18 month old son Athens, and their Vizsla, Strider. She is happily entrenched in the local running community having spent many summers in Boulder while her dad was training, Boulder feels like home. Between mom life and training, she enjoys coaching her team of athletes through her Get Running coaching business.

WF President, Ms. Namita Nayyar got in touch with Marathoner Neely Spence Gracey to seek answer on significance & tips to strike a balance between breasfeeding and career.

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