Today it still isn't quite 100% (but getting closer). I think some leg muscles are working extra to keep my ankle stable so I'm having some tightness in my peroneal muscles, hip flexor, and IT band. I am trying to stay positive about it, but I am getting a little frustrated. I am hoping to let go of this week of injury and get back into things this week -- slowly of course to keep that injury away. I have a 20-miler planned for next weekend, so hopefully I can be ready.
Monday: 30 mins light yoga
Tuesday: 45 minute spin on the bike trainer plus a few core exercises
Wednesday: rest
Spent the evening celebrating my friend Matt finishing his PhD!
Thursday: 2-mile run to pick up my bike at an easy pace and 2 mile bike home. Did a few leg exercises at home to keep up my hip strength.
Friday: a little stretching, but mostly rest
Saturday: walked a few miles doing trail cleanup in the area I do a lot of long runs. Then went to the gym and swam 1250 yards.
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Sunday: 30 mile bike ride instead of a long run.
Since my ankle was still feeling a bit funny, I subbed out my long run for a bike ride of similar time. It was a bit chilly, but a beautiful morning. I had to stop a couple times to take photos because it was so awesome. My ankle and lower leg felt good on this ride. I think I am getting close to being ready to run again. **fingers crossed**
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I also just realized that last Friday was my 1- year blogiversary! :) Happy blogiversary to me! Thank you so much for reading and supporting me and keep working to defy your limitations!
Oh no. So sorry about your ankle. Way to go being cautious and getting in all the cross training you can get! Happy blog-iversary! Mine is coming up soon, too!
ReplyDeleteEeeps. Sorry to hear about the ankle; but way to be smart. Hopefully, a little extra time now is all it needs to get back in shape. After I twisted my ankle (quite badly), I had peroneal tendonitis for some time afterward. Hope your brain has enjoyed a little break, and you're ready to jump back into training when your leg gives you the OK!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about the ankle but sounds like you are being super duper smart about it and cross training like a mad woman! Gorgeous pics from your bike...I had a long bike ride Sunday morning and snapped some gorgeous pics as well.
ReplyDeleteUgh! Why does it always happen right before the long mileage weeks? Hope you are healing. Stay positive.
ReplyDeleteAnkle injuries can be the worst sometimes! What is it about ankles that take them forever to heal? Hope you're all healed up soon!
ReplyDeleteKeep Positive!! It is going to be ok! Rest a little more. Sounds like it is healing!! You still have plenty of time!! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy blog-iversary!! So exciting!!!!