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March 27, 2007
Where To Go, What To Do
First, I want to thank all of you who took time to comment and advise on my last blog entry. You all have given me a lot to think about.
As is the case with most real-world people who try to be competitive athletes, my life is booked pretty solid. Most of you probably know that I my work-week consists of some crazy hours, 7 12-hour night shifts in a row (I am rewarded by bountiful amounts of time off afterwards, however, to make up for it.). During my work-week, my life is booked as solid as you can get; there is no wiggle-room.
I had decided that, at least for today while I try to figure out what to do with my body, that I would do "whatever I felt like doing" for exercise (and no running), as per many of your recommendations. When I woke up, I automatically went into the high gear of getting ready to run. Then I realized that I wasn't going to run, that I would do some other sort of exercise, that maybe I wouldn't exercise at all, and that I could slow down just a little. A bit later, I was standing in the family room, staring out the window, coffee cup in hand, wondering, "Where should I go? What should I do?" I didn't know what to do. It was altogether kind of frightening and refreshing. Admittedly, it felt more frightening than refreshing, though. I plan and effect my training with care, intention, and purpose, and I enjoy doing so. It's a challenge to deviate. I'm sure that many of you can relate on some level.
But anyways, for today, I did what I felt like. I rode my bike trainer (because it's snowy/sleety outside today) and I walked my dog.
Some other thoughts from your comments:
1) I never thought about how a higher-protein diet affects your energy levels. Since it increases your metabolism, that makes sense. I have to read-up about this.
2) I guess I'm leaning towards doing a chill week of a little running, a little cross-training, and a fair bit of resting. After that, if my condition doesn't improve, I don't know what I'll do.
3) I do need to get some massage-work done. I was purposely neglecting this to pay the vacation bills, hah! I should neglect something else instead, hah!
4) I know everyone is different and blah-blah-blah. But how have other people come back faster/differently/better than me from this race? My sweetie, for instance, is running beautifully, and I know of others who are as well. It's not fair! (Okay, I know this is irrational, so no comments, please.)
5) Maybe I need to grow more flexible with my training. I'm not going to remove the "purposeful running" philosophy I take. However, perhaps an infusion of flexibility into this wouldn't be so bad.
Posted by Meghan at March 27, 2007 6:53 PM
Comments
Sounds like a wise and solid plan. I'll keep my fingers crossed that it works for you!
Posted by: backofpack at March 27, 2007 8:34 PM
Hi,
As to the fairness of others doing well while you suffer...
My brother and I came up with "the tetter-totter theory" back in the seventies and it has proven true in most every case. It states that there is only a finite amount of Good Karma within any training group and there is never quite enough to go around. As such, when I am up (training well, not hurt, perky), you will be down (tired, injured, grumpy). Therefore, I recommend that you drop a brick on your sweetie's foot and get back on top where you belong! :-)
Meanwhile, just take it easy and have fun.
Bob
Posted by: Bob at March 28, 2007 9:49 AM
that is too funny what bob said. it will get better. do tell us about the protein thing. all i know is i consume almost my weight in grams a day. no scientific evidence on why. i just do it because i figure the muscles need it with tons of miles put on. i hope it helps too. it increases metabolism??? cool, my hips did get quite big over the winter.
good luck!!!
tom
Posted by: tom riley at March 28, 2007 12:32 PM
Hey Meghan - hope you are feeling better soon! I think it's great that you recognized the problem and are working to fix it (even if that does include some running and cross training) instead of just totally ignoring it and hoping it will go away! A true sign of maturity! Rest up and relax - enjoy your time away from "structure"!
Posted by: Beth at March 28, 2007 5:13 PM
Hey Meghan, NO I cannot take the OTHER Bob's comment-- but was funny :-)
You Said:"Where should I go? What should I do?"
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ahhh I love those 2 questions and more than a few times a month I ask myself that-lol
Do u use the tiger tail massage tool to work your legs? (save some money on massages SO u can Vacation more--hah---- and what about working the trigger points for those niggles...I love this BOOK from www.triggerpointbook.com I had the Achilles, knee pain etc..all from various triggers that I had to work on...and continue to maintain.
and YES Cross train!!!!!!!
Posted by: Bob Gentile at March 28, 2007 8:01 PM