Telling you guys so I can’t cheat ...

[cheekychipmunks]

Ok, so some of you may have read about my Toe Incident. I was able to continue running throughout, and it gave me no problems.

However. I must have subconsciously altered my gait, and after my parkrun on Saturday my previously mild/dormant PF flared right up in my left heel. I had a hobbly weekend.

It’s gradually subsiding and I’ve ordered a pair of compression socks to wear along with my gel heel support and insoles, so I’ll be all ready to nip it in the bud next time - but I’m NOT GOING TO RUN THIS WEEK.

You hear that?

(😩😩😩😩😩😩😩😩)

There’s no parkrun next weekend as there’s a festival in it, so I’ll resume next Monday.

There, I’ve said it.

If anyone sees a cheekychipmunk trotting around with a dog strapped to her waist, tell her to go home and stop being daft.

I won’t though, promise. 👍

Thanks VRB’s! ❤️❤️

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

We'll be watching...! Disguised as bushes, hidden up trees...hiding in litter bins

Seriously, very sensible. Listening to our body is the best guide.. and there is the certain knowledge that the runs will still be there, and still be waiting

Heal well my friend

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks OF! I dish out the same advice to people who say they’re hurting, so thought I should take some of my own medicine! 🏃‍♀️

[Oldlady57]

Speedy recovery cheeky 👍🏻

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Oldlady57]

Thanks OL. Today’s ‘running morning’ too. Might try a bit of (non toe injuring) yoga instead! 😀

[Oldlady57 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Love a bit of yoga myself!! Just take care of those toes lol Hopefully your PF will resolve itself with rest. Speedy recovery 👍🏻

[Mayanow]

Oh dear so that dragged on... you must be wise yes. And lf you get naughty thoughts lock them up cos if you strain it further, you might have to postpone ANY running for MUCH LONGER!! no...!

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Mayanow]

Thank you! It is exactly why I’m sitting on the IC - can’t imagine not being able to run for weeks/months! No way! 😀👍

[Mayanow in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Wise cheeky!!! 🤓

I wish you a very speeeeedy recovery!

[telford_mike Graduate]

A good decision, no doubt at all. You won’t lose any fitness in a week, so get that heel fixed 👍

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to telford_mike]

Thanks Mike! It was tempting to ‘just try a tiny run’ today, but I know what I’m doing is for the best! 💪👍😀

[Grannyruns Graduate]

A week off is better than months off , so stick to your guns and you’ll be back out there soon. Keep up the yoga( in a larger space ) so everything is nice and stretched.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Grannyruns]

Hahaha, yes I’m very mindful of my furniture placement nowadays! I still look at that armchair with disdain! 😅😅

[Beanjo Graduate]

Yep- definitely better to rest voluntarily for a week than have an enforced few weeks on the IC. 👍

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Beanjo]

100% Beanjo. I’d never forgive myself if I really did some damage. But it’s already way better than yesterday, so I’m confident that by next Monday I’ll be good to go! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

[Jelon Graduate]

Very sensible and the best thing to do is to listen to your body. Hope the week passes safely and speedily for you

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Jelon]

Thanks Jelon. It was so painful yesterday, but I’m happy to say it feels way better today. I know that by next Monday I’ll thank myself for taking the week off. Gentle dog walks instead! 🐕😀

[Runsome Graduate]

Oh no that’s not fair you beat the toe and the heel grumbles there ganging up on you. Have a bit of a break and the beat them both 😀

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Runsome]

I was able to run through a tight heel which started in W2 and lasted a few weeks, and prior to my toe injury it was pain free - but it must a weakness of mine. Altering my gait (I assume) due to my toe resurrected it and it was painful after parkrun. Boo. 👎 Still, it’s way better today so I’m hopeful the week off will fix it. 🤞 😀

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

I’ll be on the lookout!

The week off might actually do you some good after a hard summer. Hope it’s ok by Monday.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to UnfitNoMore]

Thanks UNM. Yes you’re probably right there. I have literally run 3 times a week (more sometimes) since mid June! A little break is probably a good idea. Only a little one though! 😀

[UnfitNoMore Graduate in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Yup... one week a season should freshen you up well... and you’ll feel great when you’re back out there.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to UnfitNoMore]

Can’t wait! 😀

[AngryFlower Graduate]

Hope the break gives everything chance to heal so you can return to top form soon!

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to AngryFlower]

Thanks AF. It’s already feeling much better and I’m counting down the days until next Monday! 😀🏃‍♀️😀

[Crawlhome Graduate]

Absolutely the right decision cheeky, I know it's tough, I hated taking time off for my knee but the time goes quickly and once you're addicted to running that's it and you'll be back very soon.

Glad to hear it's already healing and good luck for the rest of the week.😁

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Crawlhome]

Thank you CH! I’m wearing my compression sock during the day (should I be wearing both??) and my heel is so much less painful than at the weekend. I’ll be good to go next Monday! Missing running already - can’t believe it! 😅🏃‍♀️

[Mayanow]

And how are you doing cheeky? How's the toe healing? Have you cheated or have you been GOOD? 👼

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Mayanow]

Aww, thanks for asking! I’ve been very good, promise! 😇 My toe is much better and so is my heel, so tomorrow’s the day - a gentle (and I mean gentle) trot out in the morning. I’ll aim for 4k and see how it feels. 😀

I really want to do parkrun again next Saturday, so fingers crossed everything holds up! 🤞 😀

[Mayanow]

Oh goooood! But keep your options open: if you feel discomfort, be flexible about your distance/time. You don't HAVE to do 4k. Trot is a good idea. Nice and easy !!

[Hidden in reply to Mayanow]

Agreed. Slow and steady wins the race. Sort of 😬. But seriously it’s better than getting any more injuries or making them worse.

[Mayanow in reply to Hidden]

Cheeky and you BOTH have to be prudent now! 🤓

[Hidden in reply to Mayanow]

👍😊

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I was definitely slow and steady! 33 minutes for 4k, but I was pleased to be able to do it. Back out on Wednesday ....... 😬🏃‍♀️👍

[cheekychipmunks Graduate in reply to Mayanow]

I managed my 4k! My heel felt a bit tight that’s all, and I did take it very easy - but it felt great to be back out there! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

[Mayanow in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Woohoo! Well done! How good 😁 to be back out there. thanx for the update. I was thinking of you.