I’m just a few days out of surgery and feeling down as I’m unable to run for at least 2 weeks. The worst of it is I’m back in the UK and the weather is gorgeous and all I can think about is running outside in the fresh air. I’m determined to get outside today somehow and manage a walk. It’s really tough.
Looking for sympathy 😢: I’m just a few days... - Bridge to 10K
Looking for sympathy 😢
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It is tough, but sounds like it will be only a short time before you can start back. That’s a good position to be in.
Walking daily is great exercise and improves mood too. Aim for a little further each day. Then when you get to 3k or so, aim for a little faster each day.
Hope you are back to fitness soon.
I run because I can, and for those who cant🏃🏼♀️🏃🏻
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Sorry to hear that, but those 2 weeks will soon pass and you'll be able to get back out there. A gentle walk should help relieve the frustration I guess. Just don't overdo it too soon.
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In two weeks you won't lose much fitness, Brian. I recently had a small op and was unable to run or go to the gym for 6 weeks. I sneaked in a run on the 6th week and did find it really tough but came in at 1hr 30 for a 10k instead of my normal 1hr 15 - 1hr 20 ish on a hot and quite tough course, so I hadn't lost much fitness. As you say, getting out in the fresh air will help. Wishing you a swift recovery!