Hello!
From the get go of this programme my left lower leg has always been the one to “feel the burn” more than the right. As it turns out (thank you gait analysis), I overpronate on both sides but substantially more on the left hand side.
It seems since i’ve started the longer runs this may be properly effecting me. After W6R3 there was some slight soreness to my left ankle but nothing too huge. I did W7R1 this morning and since then every step I take is accompanied by the slightest of twinges and i’m getting the occasional throbbing sensation (no swelling though).
I probably won’t get my new recommended trainers until the end of next week due to finances. After giving myself a few extra days of rest is it too risky to continue using my old trainers until I can get the new ones?
I’ll ice my ankle tonight but any more tips on dealing with this would be amazing too.
Thanks!
It doesn’t sound too bad, and you will get all sorts of aches and pains as your distance increases. Until you get your new shoes I guess the only thing you can do is to take your runs really slow and gentle, and stop if the twinges become painful. It may also be worth phoning the shop where you had your gait analysis done and asking their opinion. Good luck!
Thank you! The shop seemed a bit impersonal (I doubt they would remember me) but I may pop in next week if it doesn’t improve. =]