A week's recovery

[sparky66]

My last run was my second 10K last Thursday, really enjoyed it and managed with not much trouble at all..😊

But the next day had pain in both knees, not very painful but enough to think I should take two rest day's..but it carried on though the next few days..

I managed to get out yesterday for a 5K and feeling fine afterwards, thinking I won't push the distance for now..much happier running a regular 5K than risking injury and not being able to run atall..

A couple of months of strength and I hope to be back to increasing my distance.

Had my covid vaccine yesterday afternoon, didn't sleep too well.. and slight headache.. so will have to see how this plays out..

Ooh the joys 🤗

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

Have you checked out some exercises to strengthen your legs sparky? Exercises like squats strengthen the muscles so that you knees are not taking all the strain.

Why not check out the strength and flexibility forum for ideas?

Good luck

[sparky66 Graduate10 in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks Dexy yeah I do a workout on alternate days..run.. workout, run workout.. squats, resistance bands, weights..I think it's just my old knees..I'm 54 x

[Beatlesforever Graduate10]

Congratulations on getting your covid jab! 💉Good advice from Dexy about strength exercises. Maybe check out your shoes too, you may need more cushioning for longer runs. Hope you feel better soon!

[sparky66 Graduate10 in reply to Beatlesforever]

Yes I'm clinging on till retail opens on the 12th April for a new pair 👍

[Beatlesforever Graduate10 in reply to sparky66]

Not long to wait now 🤞👏👏👏

[Peter44 Graduate10]

Well done Caroline, good to listen to your body, which i didnt, and kept me from running alot, feb/march, i think when we get to that magic 10k, and it feels comfortable, there's the temptation to go further.Had my vaccine yesterday, so far no after effects, was actualy thinking of a longer run this weekend 🤔

[sparky66 Graduate10 in reply to Peter44]

Glad you have no effects Peter, I'm lazing on the sofa with a blanket feeling sorry for myself 🙈Ooh watch what you're doing maybe a 6K and see how you feel.. anyway I know what it's like..ooh I will just do a wee 5k ... Ha .. feeling good... Carry it on.. not till the day after regret set's in.. take care have fun x

[sparky66 Graduate10 in reply to Peter44]

Let us know if you get out for a run this weekend Peter and how it went 🏃Im just awake already wondering if I can manage a workout or a run 🤣so far only symptoms from the vaccine leftover is my aching arm.. right.. Caroline get up.. smoothie and see what the day brings 💃

[Peter44 Graduate10 in reply to sparky66]

Was a bit cold, and achy last night, slept ok, feel alright now, arm aching a bit, think i'll save run for tomorrow morning, rest a bit more today, got things to do round the house anyway, hope your still feeling ok, are you running today?

[Peter44 Graduate10 in reply to sparky66]

Oops, just seen your run post, well done on getting out, even if it was a bit tougher than normal, maybe good decision for me to rest today.Oh, and your sub 40 min 5k, good pace. ☺

[sparky66 Graduate10 in reply to Peter44]

Sure you will be good to go tomorrow Peter.. just take it easy and don't be trying to break any records 🤣👍🏃

[Clh232]

Hope your vaccine effects are lessening sparky66, I felt pretty sorry for myself too and a few days on I'm much better but still have random aching in my joints so think running might have to wait a few more days. Take care and administer chocolate, frequently!