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Cancer Fighter

On May 31, 2018 just over 3 months after achieving my lifelong goal of winning an Olympic gold medal I was diagnosed with Stage 2 triple positive breast cancer. To say that it rocked my world is an understatement. I went through all the phases. At first I experienced disbelief. Like, ‘No. This can’t be right. Not me. I can’t have this. I then shifted to anger and frustration, like, ‘This isn’t fair I have done everything right. This can’t be happening to me.’ It went against everything I believed to be true.

If you are young, healthy and have no family history you don’t get breast cancer. At least that’s what I used to think. I quickly learned that cancer doesn’t discriminate but I truly believe being healthy and active during my treatments will help me get through it.

Prognosis: Is good. We caught it early and I underwent aggressive with treatments because I am young, fit and have no family history.

My Treatment:  First step was fertility preservation with Seattle Reproductive Medicine.   Next step was six rounds of TCHP chemotherapy spread out over three-week blocks at Katmai Oncology in the Providence Cancer Center.  Two weeks after finishing my last round of chemo, I had two lumpectomies to remove tissue where the tumors had been.  I followed my surgeries with 33-treatments of radiation with Advanced Oncology Associates.  I had to continue a few more months on Herceptin and Perjetta for my Her2+ status to complete a full year.  Post radiation I started on hormone suppression that I will likely be on for at least 5 years.

SURVIVORSHIP:

Through my experience in active treatment and now in the months since, I have developed a vocabulary and encyclopedia of terms, items, projects, organizations etc. that I have found helpful.  I will share them here:

Organizations I’ve worked with:

  • The Susan G. Komen Foundation
  • The American Cancer Society
  • Barbells for Boobs
  • Boarding 4 Breast Cancer (B4BC)
  • Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF)
  • Young Survival Coalition (YSC)
  • Let’s Beat Breast Cancer
  • The Dempsey Center
  • Casting for Recovery 

Books:

Hunter’s Hero: My Mommy Has Breast Cancer – By: Shannon Pierce, a children’s book for helping kids understand their mother’s diagnosis.


Kikkan getting her head shaved.

Kikkan with her son Breck.

Kikkan training in the gym.

 

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Awed and inspired by the personal stories of my fe Awed and inspired by the personal stories of my fellow female athlete cancer survivors @chauntelowe @jeanettelee @kjsfo and conversations around the impact of Title IX, early detection, and equitable access to cancer treatment for all. ⁣
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Thanks to @thevfoundation & all their partners for raising money for cancer research and choosing courage!! ⁣
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It was worth waking up early to get out for a refr It was worth waking up early to get out for a refreshing hike on an otherwise hot day.  I usually run or bike these trails so it was nice to slow down and take in the scenery.  I had great company too! ⁣
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Catching a little lunch time fresh air on the pati Catching a little lunch time fresh air on the patio in the midst of a workday.  Amazing how a few minutes outside just resets the mind!  Can’t wait to get out and enjoy more after work! #llbeanambassador #beanoutsider
A little bit laid up but enjoying watching the #wo A little bit laid up but enjoying watching the #worldtrackandfieldchampionships in Eugene.  Go @teamusa !!
Doesn’t have to be far from home to be awesome ☀️🌵😎! #llbeanambassador #beanoutsider
A belated Happy Father’s Day to my Dad! We were A belated Happy Father’s Day to my Dad!  We were out having too much fun sailing boats and riding bikes.  As a parent now it makes me appreciate my parents even more.  My Dad is the one who taught me to be curious in the outdoors and now he’s sharing it with my son as well.  Good times!! ⁣
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Summer time camping adventures are the best! Spend Summer time camping adventures are the best! Spending all day outside, exploring new places and catching up with friends.  And the morning coffee even tastes better! ⁣
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Another weekend here we come! ⁣🏕☀️🐿☕️
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Happy National Cancer Survivors Day to all my fell Happy National Cancer Survivors Day to all my fellow survivors!! This day every year is a chance to stop and take it all in.  To soak up the gratitude for all the things that went right and to spend time with the people you love. I am fortunate to be a cancer survivor thanks to all the research and effort that goes into fighting cancer and the amazing people behind our care.  And for that I am truly grateful!⁣
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Amazing weekend celebrating @jessiediggins and Wad Amazing weekend celebrating @jessiediggins and Wade Poplawski as they tied the knot.  Such a beautiful couple that has been so fun to witness coming together. ⁣
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Thanks to the happy couple for bringing us all through your adventures with you, and still so many more to come!  Cheers to you J&W!⁣
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Memorial Day is a special chance to reflect back o Memorial Day is a special chance to reflect back on all those who have served and sacrificed for the country I have been so proud to represent.  Thank you! 🇺🇸
Breck finished his last day of Kindergarten 🎓😅! This year went by so fast and he’s grown up so much!  It’s been so incredible to watch him learn and transform.  A big thanks to Baxter Elementary for a great year. ⁣
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Now on to summer adventures!! ⁣
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Let’s get rollin’ summer… ⁣☀️🕶🛼 Let’s get rollin’ summer… ⁣☀️🕶🛼
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On such a beautiful evening we ventured over to th On such a beautiful evening we ventured over to the local playground for some after dinner fun.  Looks like I have some work to do on my “underdoggie” to keep up with grandma! ⁣
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This was a great way to relax and recharge after a busy day of work and school for all of us. Loving the longer days and warmer temps as we inch toward summer! ⁣
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Just home from an inspiring few days with an amazi Just home from an inspiring few days with an amazing group of women at the #EY WABN (Women’s Athlete Business Network) Roundtable in Portland.  Over the past year I have had the wonderful opportunity to work with a mentor to help me think through my career transition post sport alongside many other female athletes from around the globe.  It’s been a huge help for me to get clear on my purpose, values and priorities and especially fun to connect with so many incredible people.  A big thanks to #EY for supporting this program!! #eywabn
Happy Mother’s Day to the person who has been my Happy Mother’s Day to the person who has been my rock through life and has taught me how to be the best mom I can be for my son.  What a great adventure parenthood has been and such a fun way to bond through our shared experience!
Great gear testing weather today on a birthday hik Great gear testing weather today on a birthday hike with @tanrandall!  Legs are probably going to scream tomorrow but it sure was nice to gain some vertical!⁣
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Right out the backyard!! Thanks to my longtime fri Right out the backyard!! Thanks to my longtime friend and mentor Nina Kemppel for a sweet crust cruise this morning… just like 20 years ago when she took me on my first spring crust tour! ⁣
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Easter Family Fun, Alaska style! 😎☀️🐰⁣ Easter Family Fun, Alaska style! 😎☀️🐰⁣
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