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Bad back = no running week, gutted

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I hurt my hip/lower back doing housework last Saturday. (That’ll teach me!) Wasn’t too dramatic at the time, and though annoying I thought I’ll just have a couple more rest days before running again...

Well it’s been a whole week now and still no sign of recovery. Haven’t done any of my Week 8 runs :(

Think a trip to the physio is in order, but just wanted to share my frustration because I’m so close graduating and I’ve now had to put the brakes on. Grr.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Ouch.. go get checked out and know that we, and the runs will still be here:)

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SpanishShuffleGraduate

Have you heard of McKenzie Back First Aid? It's on Google

I have used it for years and converted my husband, who never does anything but ride his bike.

Any twinges and we get the mat out for a few days. Works for us 👍

Good luck

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Pancakes86 in reply to SpanishShuffle

Ooo no I haven’t, will check it out! Thanks :)

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Pinkpig20Graduate

Some stretching and core work will really help. Also when you are better start Pilates as that is beneficial too. :)

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Pancakes86 in reply to Pinkpig20

I’ve done a bit of yoga before but never Pilates so will give that a try when I’m better. Stretching and core strength stuff is def something I need to up my game on.

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Pinkpig20Graduate in reply to Pancakes86

I’ve had to do the same and it’s helping. 😀

I feel your pain! Done my knee in. Gutted!! 😕

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So gutting isn’t it! Hope your knee gets better soon! 🤞

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Hope your hip/ back make a speedy recovery 👍😬

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Thank you 🤞

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