Guess who is back? That's right. This was the first week I have managed to put together two runs in one week and not be suffering. God, I have missed this stuff so much. There is still some discomfort when I run but I am told that is normal after a two month lay off. It was explained to me as simple as my body has to get used to the rigors of running all over again. Guess I am just going to have to beat myself into submission again, right? All in all, I got in 4.5 miles this week. I know that is not a lot but considering for almost three weeks I was non weight bearing on my right foot, I will take all I can get. I am not worried with pace or speed right now. I just need to get back in the flow. I have a lot of work to do to get back to where I was.
What does the future hold? I am going to run two 5k's in November (maybe the Turkey Trot too if I am not in the woods hunting). One is at the college I work at and the other is sponsored by my daughters elementary school. After that I am not sure. I have no goals going into those two races but the competitive side of me will probably change that as the dates get closer. My thought right now, is to shut down the running after the races until March. That would give foot more time to heal and avoid those cold mornings. I would still go to the gym and use the elliptical machine for my cardio/weight loss. All of this is still up for debate.
The final diagnoses was micro tears of the plantar fascia in my right foot. Sounds painful.... and it was. I could be considered an expert on plantar fascia now with all the research I have done. I have found a website that offers some custom moldable insoles that I am going to get to see if they offer any help. The website is www2.yoursole.com. They look pretty good and might do the trick. Once I have given them a go, I will let you know if they work. If anyone has used these before or has any other suggestions, I would love to hear them.
Take it easy and thanks for the support through the last few months.
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