Given the all-clear to leave IC 😊

[BlondeAmbition72]

So just over 2 weeks ago my ankle swelled up after completing Run 3 of Week 3. Ankle pain followed and after a visit to my GP I was told I needed to rest for 2 weeks as I’d probably done a little too much too soon, but luckily no serious damage. I’m following my GP’s advice and going back a week so tomorrow I will, very gently, take on Run 1 of Week 2, again. Feeling a little apprehensive but also really looking forward to getting back out there! 😊😊

[das_vikas Graduate]

All the best! Take it slow and steady

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Always scary heading out after the IC... the will it, won't it be okay... ?

Slow and steady is the way and do listen to your body x

[Dexy5 Graduate]

Good luck BlondeAmbition. If you have any more problems it might be worth seeing a sports physio. I went to see one this week and now have a set of daily exercises to improve the movement of my left ankle and strengthen the ligaments. 👣👍

[mrrun Graduate]

Can you put your weight on that ankle when you are standing? Any unusual sensations? Tweaks? Dull pain, deep inside? Can you roll it around? Touch and push the previous pain spot without any hurting? If yes to any of it, don't run yet.

As for GPs, they are not really proper 'go-to' when it comes to that business. That's why we've got physios and osteopaths.

[mrrun Graduate in reply to mrrun]

....lol... Don't push send before checking the post first Was meant to say, if yes to 2, 3 and 4

[BlondeAmbition72 Graduate in reply to mrrun]

It feels absolutely fine. The last couple of days I’ve been doing a few exercises, like rolling my ankles, standing on my toes, balancing on one leg and it’s felt fine. I’m aware GP’s aren’t specialists in running injuries ordinarily but mine is a running ‘freak’ lol and has lots of expertise in this area, or so he says 🤔👍..

[GoGo_JoJo Graduate]

Excellent! Enjoy getting back off that couch! 👏👍😁

[BlondeAmbition72 Graduate]

Well I did it...and I bloody loved it! 💗 Felt great, no twinges....had to wait until today but can’t wait for Wednesday now for next ‘run’ x