091 - From Oxygen Tank to 5K

COVID nearly won. After severe complications left April Khan dependent on an oxygen tank and struggling with brain fog, fatigue, and lung damage, the idea of running again felt impossible. But step by step, she fought her way back—eventually completing a 5K and reclaiming her health.

In this powerful episode of The Health Movement Podcast, Derek sits down with April to talk about what it’s really like to rebuild your body after COVID. April shares the brutal reality of long recovery, losing the ability to think and write clearly, the emotional toll of feeling like your body has betrayed you, and the slow, disciplined process of getting stronger again.

This is a story about resilience, patience, and the human ability to adapt when life knocks you down harder than you ever expected.

If you've ever struggled with illness, injury, or a setback that made you question whether you'd ever feel like yourself again, this conversation will resonate deeply.

Topics include:
• Recovering from severe COVID complications
• Life on an oxygen tank and rebuilding lung capacity
• Brain fog and cognitive recovery
• The mental battle during long-term illness
• Relearning how to train your body
• Going from survival mode to running a 5K

This episode is a reminder that recovery isn't instant—and sometimes the biggest victories start with simply taking the next step.

Connect with April:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aprilkhanceo/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilkhanmedicalwriter/

Connect with Derek:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derek.josephs/

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