The Cardiac Chronicles
My record of an evolving story from the best shape of my life to heart attack to who knows where
Paul Bradford
Welcome
In March of 2025, in the middle of a 50 mile trail race, I had a heart attack. What was once a constant in my life, lots of running, has become a question mark. Overnight, I went from chasing the edge of my potential, to chasing my next doctors appointment.
As the aftermath of the heart attack unfolds, I write about it here in more-or-less real time. This is a record of the doctors appointments, tests, procedures, and medical developments. It’s also a window into the disappointments, adjustments and new perspectives that come as my life evolves.
I aspire to one day safely return to running, training, and racing. Only time can tell us how that pans out. My hope for this blog is: even if you’re not in the same position as me, you can gain something from my experiences, the people I meet, the lessons I learn, and the adventures we have.
Welcome along for the wild ride.
If you’re curious about the initial heart attack experience, read about it here:
