Repairing seems to be working

[Equi-geek]

I’ve been a bit quiet recently because of some hip niggles, that has knocked my confidence in my body a bit. The last thing I want to do now is end up on the IC with more irreparable damage than I already have.

So the last time I ran was Tuesday evening - a 4K Steady Run trying to engage the gluteals and not let my elbows be any more forwards than my bra straps. It wasn’t comfortable. I had to tread very very lightly to get to the end and it worried me.

The other thing is we are away on holiday now - driving round Scotland in a motorhome with the dog. Still have the Game of Thrones theme as an ear worm travelling around Wester Ross (which makes a change of ear worm from that damn ‘baby shark’ tune), I’ve bought my kit, but haven’t really felt like running - until today. Today I’ve been fidgety and wanting to fill my lungs a bit and stretch my legs. We have been doing a few beaches in the North (ok Scots, great sense of humour calling this most

northerly place ‘Sutherland’ ????!!!!) and I found myself trying to work out how far I’d run and whether they were long enough.

So, I am almost there. Maybe tomorrow. Maybe Tuesday. I think the repair days are doing me good 😁

Happy running all!

[Oldfloss Administrator 60minGraduate]

Sounds as if it is coming together.. take it steadily and enjoy!

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks Oldfloss - got to listen to my bones these days 😁

[Oldfloss Administrator 60minGraduate in reply to Equi-geek]

As do we all x

[misswobble Graduate10]

R and R. What a tonic. Touring Scotland too 👍😃

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to misswobble]

It is stunning!

[Sadie-runs Graduate10]

Niggles are a worry and annoying. Don’t be afraid of taking a week off though! It can do the legs some real good, and you won’t lose any fitness in a week, especially if you do some walking. I took a week off running (also in Scotland, coincidentally!) and it really helped up my running game. 😁 I love running, but am a firm believer in taking time out now and again. It makes you stronger! Enjoy your hols in bonnie 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland. xx

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to Sadie-runs]

Thanks Sadie - these comments are really cheering 😁

[BriC18]

Make sure you visit Applecross while you're up there

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to BriC18]

We passed by! Thanks Bri 😁👍

[telford_mike Graduate10]

Sorry to hear that. I had quite pronounced hip pain during and after the 8k run on the Magic 10 plan. Had 3 days off and it disappeared, never to return, even on longer runs. Fingers crossed yours is the same, but have a great holiday!

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to telford_mike]

Sorry you also had some pain after the 8k too but good to know it shouldn’t be a permanent state of affairs- thanks!

[pinkaardvark Graduate10]

The vikings considered it quite southerly to the kingdom of orkney when Norway ruled both areas. I don't think the locals call it that though.

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to pinkaardvark]

Ah! Is that why! 👍

[Ang33333]

Have a great holiday. Jealous you have a motor home! We used to have a vw van. Too small with the dog! 😁😁

[mountaindreamer Graduate10]

Sorry to hear you’ve been having niggles, EG. Hope they are settling, and that you enjoy your Scottish holiday. ❤️❤️

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to mountaindreamer]

Thanks Mountaindreamer, hope so too 👍

[Empem Graduate10]

Happy running when you like , if you like and how you like!

[BlondeAmbition72 Graduate10]

Sorry to hear about your niggles. But rest is good. I took a week off due to work and, well, life and the next time I ran I did a 5k and got a new PB!!

[quirkybee]

Hey 👋😊

Niggles, injuries etc are all a worry, but just take it steady as you go and do it slowly, no good rushing any of it. You have that lovely place to escape to too, so take your time and be kind to yourself. Rooting for you x 🙂👍