Hanging up my running shoes

[Deborahchick46]

I'm afraid to say that I am going to hang up my running shoes and give up running. I haven't been posting as many posts but have been running regular.

I had a small fall about a month ago. I went back out and I was fine.

Then on Monday morning I went out and ended up in A and E and had to have my nose and top lip repaired by the maxillofacial surgeons . Monday night I didn't get any sleep because I was to scared to close my eyes.

I feel a bit better today but I'm still 100 percent sure that running isn't for everyone.

I want to thank you all for your support during my time here . You are all so lovely and caring. I wish you all happy running. Stay safe love Deb's XXX

[Unfit83]

So sorry to hear that I hope have a speedy recovery x

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Unfit83]

Thank you xx

[uncle_wiggy Graduate]

I'm stumped for words debs, I graduated just this morning so this is a hard read tonight. I feel for you so much but understand why you feel like you do.

Hopefully you will keep getting out there and enjoy some long and beautiful walks, keeping fit & feeling better and more confident.

Take really good care and never say never to a possible return if or when you feel it's right.

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to uncle_wiggy]

Please don't be put off . I loved running. At the moment I am just scared. You will be fine. Just keep enjoying your journey.thank you for your kind words xx

[Jay66UK Graduate]

Oh no!

Sorry to read this. I completely understand why you’ve come to this conclusion. I hope you find something you can get enjoyment and exercise from.

Take care of yourself and be happy x

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Jay66UK]

Thanks Jay. Hope you are still running and getting excited about gadgets and gizmos for running. Xx

[Jay66UK Graduate in reply to Deborahchick46]

Still running. I had a three week bump where work, a hectic trip away and then flu stopped me.

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Jay66UK]

Hope you are okay now

[Getfitok Graduate in reply to Jay66UK]

Glad you’re still running, not heard from you in a while 👍

[ButtercupKid Graduate]

So sorry to hear about your accident, Debs. We’ll miss you ! Hope you get well really soon and find an exercise plan that helps instead of breaking you ! Have fun, whatever you end up doing x

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to ButtercupKid]

Thank you. I'm going to take up eating cake, walking and swimming xx

[ButtercupKid Graduate in reply to Deborahchick46]

Sounds like a great plan ! Hope it all goes well x

[cheekychipmunks Graduate]

That’s so sad, and you’re very sweet to post on here and tell us.

Get better soon, take care of yourself and here’s to a positive future finding something else you can enjoy safely. 👍😀

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thank you xx

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Oh no. Hope you’re all healed soon and that you find a different way of having fun and keeping fit. You did C25K, you can do anything. Good luck.

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to UnfitNoMore]

Thank you, walking and swimming from here on. Xx

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate in reply to Deborahchick46]

Sorry about that Deborahchick46, perhaps as you are no longer running you could take of cycling in addition to walking, swimming and eating cakes, I have cycled since age 7 but only took up running with C25K 5 weeks before I was 72 and graduated just over 3 weeks after I was 72, I still enjoy cycling.

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to AlMorr]

I'm not a huge fan of cycling to be honest. But thank you for your kind words

[Maggie1973 Graduate]

Debs have you thought about a running machine? I fell too and lost my confidence- I got a running machine and started up again- I miss being outside but still get to run.

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Maggie1973]

No not thought about a running machine. Haven't really got enough space.

[MikeJones68 Graduate]

Sorry to read this. I don't know what I'd do if I had to give up running after finding it has helped me in so many ways. Can't you run somewhere that the ground is soft?

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to MikeJones68]

Thank you for your kind words. Not sure really where would be soft enough

[MikeJones68 Graduate in reply to Deborahchick46]

Do you have a park nearby? We are lucky to have one with lots of trails which are soft underfoot. Much more forgiving than paving slabs and curbs.

[Dexy5 Graduate]

Hello Deborahchick46,

I’m sorry to hear about your fall. Especially as you hurt yourself in that way. I too had a fall recently and I know that feeling as you are flying through the air wondering how this is going to end up. I ended up gouging my forearm on a sharp stone and being taken to minor injuries clinic. 3 weeks later it is still being dressed by my GP practice. So I understand the pain and the dread, and being hurt on the face is much worse.

In my instance I know exactly what caused the trip but if you don’t know what made you fall it is more worrying.

I am back running again now and in time you may feel more confident to get back out there again . But if not, I wish you all the best and hope that you will continue the good work you have started by doing an activity that gives you pleasure and keeps you fit.🤕

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Dexy5]

Thank you . I hope your arm recovers soon xx

[misswobble Graduate]

Oh dear that’s a shame. I hope you heal up fine. I think I you will but it is a shock 😟

However,,you could change your mind and running is always there for you😃

I’ve had one bad fall where my face took the brunt and took months of dentists visits I had another one recently and ended in Casualty with hand injuries. I was spooked by it for a week or so. Having thought about it though I could fall Any time, anywhere, any how 🤷‍♀️ I love doing it and have decided the negatives outweighs the positives 🙂

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to misswobble]

Thank you xx

[Margoblue Graduate]

Oh dear .. can understand the fear of falling totally ! Please don’t give up the exercise though , I think that you will miss it. There are other ways to remain fit and running machine or a gym membership ( if you can afford either) is a good idea? Or run only with someone else for a bit? Just to get your confidence back?

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Margoblue]

Thank you. I'll try walking and swimming for now. Maybe next year take a look at running again xx

[Languid_Lil Graduate]

Ouch! I'm so sorry you fell and hurt yourself, sounds really scary. I'm always terrified of tripping when I go downstairs; nobody seems to understand why I come down them so gingerly hanging on to the handrails.

I empathise with your decision completely, but it is such a pity to have to give up something you love. I hope you regain your confidence - maybe in the Spring with the better weather? In any event, I hope you feel better soon, and any bumps and bruises heal themselves quickly.

All the best from windy North Wales,

Nia x

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Languid_Lil]

Feeling much better than I was. Thank you xx

[Mrun1 Graduate]

I'm so sorry to read this. I'm sure the worry and fear of it all was awful. I hope you make a speedy recovery and find something else you can replace running with.

I personally really enjoy yoga (I'm no expert) also spinning or cycling might be something you can enjoy.

Feel better, rest and relax. You're making the right decision for yourself 😊

xxx

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Mrun1]

Thank you xx

[Jell6 Graduate]

That sounds like a very nasty injury, and I can understand your fear of it happening again.

On a positive note the fitness that you have gained is still there for whatever your next exercise choice is.

Good luck and get well soon. X

[Deborahchick46 Graduate in reply to Jell6]

Thank you xx