I haven't stopped on a run since I started running. It was a weird feeling. I walked for about 1/4 mile and then finished out my run. The result? For the rest of the day, I could barely walk up stairs, barely pick up my son, etc. I knew it was my IT band, so I did some research when I got home:
- You could be running on uneven surfaces. Check your shoes to see if there are any wear patterns on the outside. Nope.
- You haven't been stretching. Nope.
- You've gone too fast, too soon. I thought about that one. I've been pretty good about mileage. Only 10% increase every week (if that).
So here's the conundrum: I have 2 major races in the next 2 months. One is a 10 miler that's in less than 2 weeks (March 29th). Then, the HM is in early May. I have to coach golf. It's in my contract and I love doing it. I have to run these races. I paid money for it, so I'm committed. I also know that I need to rest my knee, stretch it, ice it, and pop the occasional Tylenol to heal.
Can I do the 2 races? How did this not happen last year when I was coaching golf? How long do I stay off the roads?
The thing that sucks is is that the 2 activities that I'm most passionate about are negating any progress in either.
Not a good way to start the week.
3 comments:
Can you cut the mileage back a bit while you are coaching? Can you walk a bit less the week before the races? You could also not play and carry, just walk and coach?
Just some thoughts.
Heading your way this week to visit my brother and do some shopping with my sister and Mom. Not staying in town though (parents are in Harlan). I hope the malls are safe...
Take care, rest and ice.
I know less about golf than anything, but couldn't you just get one of those motorized thingys?
Nancy always has the best advice. My vote is for what she says.
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