The Verdict is In...
So, yesterday was THE day, to see if this heel thingy was just a 'thingy', needing some extra TLC, or if it was a problem. Well my friends, it's a problem.
I had come from work, where I stand barefoot for ~4 hours, so I'm sure that didn't help the situation. However, I attempted to warm up run for ~15 minutes, and after 15 I could still feel it. And when I stopped it really didn't feel good at all. Every step was pretty uncomfortable. This is a problem.
Immediately, my brain started realizing the reality of the situation. I can't run at tempo pace, therefore I can't race this weekend. And furthermore, I need to see a doc about this and I bet it's going to be a heel problem that needs REST. Meaning NO RUNNING most likely for at least 3-4 weeks! bleh.
This lil' epiphany (not a fun one at ALL this time), had me further realize the reality of my next month of training, or lack there of. Which then spiraled me to wonder what the heck is gonna happen for me and the San Jose Tri, and ultimately Vineman? This dismal future of my training was bringing me DOWN.
And it doesn't help knowing the injury could have been avoided had I not worn my Nike Free's on the downhill runs of The Relay. bleh. So that's where I was mentally yesterday.
And this morning, I feel a little more resolved with the situation. I'm now kicking in the 'What Can I Gain From This?' frame of mind. Here's what I've come up with so far:
1. Swim my booty off. The swim is my Achilles heel (ah, the irony of this pun I tell ya!) of the 3, and I'm gonna swim my heart out this next month. Gain more swim confidence
2. Bike, bike, bike
3. Focus on Strength Training and Ab work
These always get put 2nd or 3rd on my training priority list. uh, not anymore for a while
4. Focus on all the Things I CAN be do with my training, and not what I can't be doing right now. It is what it is, and I don't feel like telling everyone the sad version of this story when I'm asked how it's going. I took the pic of me icing my heel this morning and thought 'Good Lord AM, another freakin' pic of my iced heel? enough already! Let's liven it up!' So I asked the kidz to get in the pic and smile.
Now, this is if it's all okay for the heel. But I gotta think it's fine. That's what's happening over here in my world. How's your week wrapping up for you?
Have a great Friday gang!;-)
Comments
I say, try to stay present oriented and not think too much about the future. It may be that a few days of rest, lots of streching and icing is all you'll need. Don't let your mind worry about things that might not happen. Also, don't blame yourself for wearing the Nike Frees. You don't know whether that caused the issue, maybe with other shoes the situation would have been the same. be kind to yourself!!!
I can swim but its more of a just barely not drowning thing. Ab work really does pay off and totally worth getting addicted to!
I agree with Running and Living about the shoes. Cushioned shoes can encourage a heel strike and can cause the same problems. Do be kind to yourself :)
Keep us updated on how you're feeling!
Your kids are so adorable!
Injuries are the worse, especially since you have worked so hard. Hopefully, with your good attitude and with the swimming and biking, it work for your good! I hope you heal FAST!!!!!
Well that just sucks! I am sorry to hear about your injury. I agree with so many other people that you have such a great attitude:) You always seem so upbeat and positive!! Hang in there!