Ouch... that wasn't good
Days before the Bristol Half and I've abandoned a run with pain in my right shin (I wasn't running hard either).
Im gutted about having to quit a run; and just a little worried about what it could mean for next weekend.
I'm plretty sure if i rest up it'll be alright on the night, but could do with some advice on a few points
Do you have any exercises that will help?
Should use a hot or cold treatment?
To stretch or not to stretch?
Is ibuprofen safe before the race?
I'm not feeling any pain at rest or when I walk but it's the second time in a week that I've felt discomfort or pain when running.
I know I can google it (and I have), but I'd like to hear about the experiences of real runners
Let me know what you would do, and I'll share progress and results here.
28 August 2009 at 22:45
Sometimes rest can be the best cure and this kind of treatment can often be the most painful for the most determined athlete. I think you did the right thing by stopping your run half way through and it probably saved your bacon, with regards to your up and coming race in Bristol.
I ignored (at my peril) what my body was telling me last week and put my back out, preventing me from running for a further week!!
Lastly I'm inspired by your blog and the picture of your happy trainers is a great signature. I'm sure they will take you where and as fast as you need them to go!!
28 August 2009 at 23:15
try walking on your heels - stretch your calves gently before you run too
28 August 2009 at 23:35
thanks anon - dirty trainers are happy trainers!
28 August 2009 at 23:36
thanks anon - I'll give that a go
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