Injuries - BOOOoooo!
I while back I blogged about some persistent ankle troubles that plagued my running. Last March I added some ankle support insoles to my gym shoes and the problem seemed to disappear.
Yesterday I hit the gym for some strength training. I typically do some cardio afterwards, and decided to jog on the treadmill. I don't normally run on Saturdays, but I was in the mood. Anyway, I'm really sad because my ankle started to hurt and it didn't go away when I stopped running. It's barely noticeable at the moment, but I can sense that there's something there. Sigh.
This morning, I had to really force myself to NOT go on my long slow distance run. I even put on my running clothes, and added some new podcasts to my Shuffle. Luckily, I came to my senses before causing any more damage to my tender ankle.
I did go for a bike ride, which was nice, but not what I had mentally prepared for. I found myself missing the oxygen fix and exertion of a good long run.
Oh the price of addiction!
So I read up on injuries in Galloway's Book on Running. Learned about RICE - rest, ice, compression, and elevation - for injury treatment. So, I'll be taking it easy the next couple of days. It's a bummer because tomorrow was to begin week one of my 12 week half marathon training. But I have some alternates in mind, including a bike ride and a camping trip next weekend. And I'm already ahead of the game. With any luck I'll only need a few days off.
Anyway, my roommate and her boyfriend are making out on the couch and I can hear their sloppy kisses. Can I close my door without spoiling their mood? Do they even know I'm here? Will it end after the commercial break? Is that ESPN they're watching??
