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Down at the last hurdle

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AliceInThePalaceGraduate
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Sore ankle and only graduation run to go 😔 it stings alot, think I pulled something 🤔 resting it, want my last run of the program to feel good 😅

Take care everyone :)

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59erGraduate

Oh dear! What a shame. Your'e doing the right thing though. Whatever you do don't rush it. Make sure your ankle is well and truly better before you run again otherwise you'll be setting yourself up for problems in the future. So near yet so far - but when you do finally do that run you'll be fresh and so up for it! 😉

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Dtay1978Graduate

Oh no! Wishing you a speedy recovery 😊

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate

Terrible timing... great decision. Here’s hoping it settles down soon.

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grumpyoldgirlGraduate

Oh no! That's such a pity. You are definitely doing the right thing, far better to be cautious now. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, until it heals. You can rest for 2 weeks without loss of fitness apparently, and don't go crackers when you next try to run. A run-walk to test out the ankle and ease yourself back in. Fingers crossed it's not too serious and you'll soon get your graduation badge 🤞

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Sweatybetty1971Graduate

I feel your pain, I did the exact same thing with one run left myself a few weeks ago. There's light at the end of the tunnel, I started back again tentatively and am hoping to graduate this weekend coming.

Be kind to yourself and let it heal before you come back fighting!

Wishing you a speedy recovery

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Bracken2018Graduate

Hi,

I am so sorry to read of you ankle pain , not good but it will recover in time . Time is what you must allow for a *complete * recovery otherwise permanent damage could evolve .

You will make it with flying colours and receive your award and badge too.

We’re all rooting for you, so when the time is right , think of us all cheering you along until you have crossed the finish line 🏃‍♀️, where were can see a smile on your face with a shout - YES I’ve done it 🐾

Times is on your side here . All the best 🐾

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CouchphoenixGraduate

Rest up AITP, you want to enjoy your last run, hope it gets better soon 👍

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