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I'm back from the IC - I think!

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I started C25k in January, graduated in March, did a parkrun and a few consolidation runs and had just started Week 1 of Ju-Ju's plan when I was struck down with tendinitis in my knees. So had 10 sessions of physio over 6 weeks and then during that time the arthritis in my neck flared up. Now I've known for a while about the arthritis but it had never troubled me previously other than a slightly stiff neck. However, this pain was absolutely excruciating - in my neck, head, shoulders and down my back. Steroids and morphine brought the pain down to a more manageable level and it all gradually eased off. My neck s now much stiffer than it was before and can be painful if I try to turn my head too suddenly.

However, the last few weeks I have been doing exercises to strengthen my neck, knees and core plus a lot of walking, a bit of cycling (walking up the steepest hills to spare my knees!) and using my cross trainer and rowing machine.

So, lying in bed at 6.30am I thought, Right today is the day I test out my knees. On with the knee supports (plus some running gear obviously!), headphones on and out the door. The sunshine was slightly hazy so it wasn't too hot. I live 5 minutes from a running track, which is rarely used during the week and I had it to myself this morning. I did 5 laps and in each lap I walked half way and ran half way. I was slower than a lame tortoise but I didn't care - I was RUNNING! I ran a total of 1k and walked 2k, including the walk there and back. Not far, I know, but I didn't want to push it first time out.

So far, knees and neck are feeling fine and I don't plan to try again until Monday. In the meantime, I'll continue with my other exercises. Keep your fingers, toes and eyes crossed for me please!

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TailChaserGraduate10

Well done triumphbabe. Great idea. Running tracks are fab testing grounds for dodgy joints. Nice and flat and with just a bit of give. Hope it all works out well and your back out there soon 👍👍

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limberlouGraduate10

Well done you!! It’s a bit scary running again when you’ve had an injury I should think... it’s bad enough getting to grips with walking again.

Oh good grief, that's *amazing* that you're back on your feet, literally. I'm so pleased for you! You've been down a while, so to come back and do that run is really good! I really hope your stiffness continues to ease. Just don't get giddy and overdo it to soon. You know, like I would!!

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I was in so much pain with both my neck and my knees that believe me there is no temptation to overdo it! There is no way I would risk bringing that on myself again.

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Tasha99Graduate10

Fantastic! Bet you’re feeling great now! 💪🏽

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DebJogsOn

Hooray! Fantastic you're back out there!

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Dexy5Graduate10

Well done triumphbabe, it would be so easy to give up after all you’ve been through. Remember 🐢 & 🐌

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