Struggling with summer

[Achy4days]

I have been going for my usual runs three times a week, every week, for maybe 6 months straight now. But over the last month, I have been really struggling. Firstly, I keep feeling sluggish and keep getting slower and not been able to push for more than 7k. Secondly, it seems I have developed a lower arch on my left foot only, which is causing soreness in the foot and IT band issues on the other leg, which has also led to another problem of being incredibly difficult to find shoes that are comfortable for me. It is all very disheartening at the moment. Maybe when the weather cools down a bit, it will be a bit easier for my old bones to run again.

The good news is, my legs are very muscular nowadays!😂

[alisonx Graduate10]

oh sorry to hear this. Have you considered orthotics? they can tailor them to your feet unlike shoes. I think for now you should lower your distance targets so that you can keep getting out there. Couchpotato2 has started a revelation with us by doing short 10 minute or 1-2 mile runs - a way of getting a run in when short of time, maybe worth a go?

hope you get something sorted and can enjoy the runs again

[Achy4days Graduate10 in reply to alisonx]

Thanks Alisonx. I had my gait analysed recently and the arch is not so bad that I would need to see an orthopaedist yet. I've started some strengthening exercises and will need to see how that goes. But going for shorter runs is a definitely great idea!

[damienair Administrator]

Set a reminder to read back on this post in 5 months time when we are all running in the wet and cold 🥶.

[Jogunlikely in reply to damienair]

🤣🤣🤣