Off the IC....gingerly!

[JonathanP]

After suffering a torn hamstring a month ago, which seemed to have healed, assisted by some targeted exercises, today was the first time I'd risked taking part in parkrun. I'd tried out a 4k walk/jog midweek with no adverse effects to the affected leg, although interestingly the other leg's hamstring had been a bit tight afterwards, for a couple of days.

I set off at a steady (slow!) pace and as there were a few minor twinges (to be expected after a month without running I think), decided after about 1.5k to slow it to a brisk walk. This seemed to help, so at 2k I picked it up again and managed to run the rest of the 5k without any further adverse effects. Garmin time 35.40, parkrun time 36.05.

It feels really good to be back, but I think I need to proceed with caution over the next couple of weeks to make sure I don't b****r it up!

Happy running one and all!😀

PS Almost forgot to say - today was the first time I was able to wear my '50 parkruns ' t-shirt!👍

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10]

Glad you’re out and about again JP!

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Oldgirlruns]

Thanks OGR - it feels good to be back!

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

How spooky is that Jonathan? I just sent you a private message and then your post popped up! Telepathy between running buddies. I’m glad you are listening to your body and taking it easy.

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Dexy5]

Yes, definitely some psychic weirdness going on !😋 Thanks -discretion is definitely called for...

[Beachcomber66 Graduate10]

Well done JP. Sensible approach. Hopefully you can put this behind you now. 👍

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Beachcomber66]

Thanks BC - yes fingers crossed and legs uncrossed!

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

So glad you're off the IC sounds like you are listening to your body while you get back to full fitness- well done. Happy running

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Grannyhugs]

Thanks GTB - yes, only a month but feels longer!

[Jennypenny2 Graduate10]

Glad your back running and feeling a lot better.

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Jennypenny2]

Much appreciated JP

[Granspeed Graduate10]

👏🏼👍 Glad you’re back. Take it gently & all fingers crossed for a smooth return to form. 😊

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Granspeed]

Thanks GS - yes slow and steady!

[Coddfish Graduate10]

Glad to hear this J, must feel good to be making progress

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Coddfish]

Thanks Coddfish - certainly does

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Yay Jonathan, good news indeed. 👍🏃‍♂️👏 Glad you got to PR yesterday, and welcome to my pace! Like it? 😅😅😅

Hope you felt proud in your 50 shirt. 👊🏃‍♂️

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Cheers Cheeky - well it was interesting but I have to admit I was itching to go a little faster!

Yes it was great to wear it at last😀

[Sadie-runs Graduate10]

Well done for taking it gently, Jonathan, very sensible. And well done on the run! That’s a very respectable run coming back from injury. From experience, hamstring pulls can niggle for a wee while, but if you just ease back I slowly I am sure you will be fine!

All the best to you. x

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Sadie-runs]

Thanks Sadie - helpful advice👍

[Irishprincess Graduate10]

Great news Jonathan 👍 That all sounds positive. And congratulations on your 50 t-shirt, fab achievement 🙂

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks IP - doesn't seem that long since I did my first one !

[Runningroni Graduate10]

Glad you are recovered and being sensible

Very well done on the 50 t shirt.

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Runningroni]

Thanks RR - yes sensible is my middle name !😋

[linda9389 Graduate10]

You're definitely getting there. Everything seizes up when we take time out, not just the injured muscles but all the supporting soft tissue. Warmup becomes particularly important - which is maybe why it eased after the first 2k. Really emphasise the pre run warm up session and take the first 1 or 2 kms very slowly to ease everything into the run. You might find that helps.

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to linda9389]

Thanks Linda - I will certainly try that 👍

[Katnap Graduate10]

Well done JP! Maybe slower easier jogs for getting confidence back. How are you feeling today?

🎅🐱 Xmas Katnap 🐱🎅

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Katnap]

Thanks Katnap, I did my first unbroken 5k run (at gentle pace) this morning and all still seems well so onwards.....!