So, here's the best news first: I am running pain free! I kept my mileage very low last week (under 30 miles for the week, which for me is basically another rest week). Sunday I went out for an 8 mile run, my longest run since Phoenix, and I felt good. The key, I knew, would be to see how I felt the next day. Monday rolled around, and I was able to knock out another good run, no pain present. Same for Tuesday and this morning. I am pleased to see I haven't lost endurance, however, I have lost some speed. It will come back, though. I'm just happy to be running again.
'
I'll be back with lessons learned through this process, my running plans for the Spring & Summer and the highs and lows of being injured.
" Believe in yourself, know yourself, deny yourself, and be humble."
-John Treacy
-John Treacy
glad to hear things are on the up and up. how did the race directing go on Saturday?
ReplyDeleteThanks, Steve. It feels great to be back. The race went great on Saturday! We had over 700 runner register, which was a record high. No major issues, which is a win in my book!
DeleteWohoo! Welcome back Erin! This in the long run is going to prove to be a very good thing for you I'm betting. You'll know the warning signs if/when they occur down the road - and god forbid you become a "smarter" athlete - because we already know what a fierce competitor you are.
ReplyDeleteIt just won't be fair.
Thanks, Joe! You are too kind :)
DeleteI'm so glad to hear this! I can't believe you actually ran a 30 mile week. :)
ReplyDeleteMe either. WHO AM I?? :)
Delete30 miles is a rest week!?
ReplyDeleteI am SO glad you are back running I know how much it means to you!
Can't wait to hear your plans!
Thank you! It's good for me and even better for those around me :)
DeleteRemember the good ol' days when we used to run 30 miles in a day? Before 10am? Ha. I am glad you running pain free.
ReplyDeleteThose were the good old days! Seems like so long ago... :)
DeleteErin that is awesome news to hear not much so for your competitors though. :). I was also happy to see that your race went smoothly and with you as director I would not expect anything less. Keep up the great work!!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I really appreciate your kind words! I know you've been through the same thing and can appreciate how great it is to be back running! :)
Delete