W28R1 - "Fool and Pain"

[lusmo]

Today was a beautiful day! I ran for the first time this week (it seems that even if a busy week doesn't stop a runner, Christmas can. I couldn't run my first run this week.

I ran out thinking that I would only run a shorter rest route. But: It was so beautiful and I, a fool, thought to myself that if I managed a long route last time in the rain and wind... and when I had a break, I could do it this time too.

Now I know that after the break the free running and short courses start again!

When I was halfway there and there was no turning back, my left knee started to hurt. I had to stop several times and somehow stumbled to the finish line. Added to this was the pain from the rolled up socks (I can't solve this mystery!).

I remembered a quote by Dr. Henry Cloud:

"A fool doesn't change when he's hit with a truth he can shake off.

Fools change when they realize and feel the consequences, and when the pain of not changing is greater than the pain of changing."

I was warned but I thought I was smarter. I got what I deserved.

Next time I will take the advice of the wise runners here and not play the hero.

If I manage to run on Friday, it will definitely be a rest run.

And yes, I learned my lesson. I will not overwork my strength after rest days!

Happy running! 👍

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

🍏Some of us only learn the hard way with lots of things! Oh so sad & sorry 🤗 Rest up now!! Ice and elevate that knee! Let us know how you get on!

[Yesletsgo Graduate]

There's the good pain that you feel when you're pushing just a bit harder than normal and it's all under control, and the bad pain which means 'Stop. Now. Immediately.'

Unfortunately you got the second type. It's all part of the learning process, which can be painful. Make sure you rest your knee, use ice, maybe get compression/support and elevate the knee. If the pain doesn't go away get medical advice.

Hope you feel better soon

[lusmo Graduate in reply to Yesletsgo]

Thank you! When I am calm, everything seems to be fine. I think I should have run a shorter course. And the hills weren't easy either.

I hope, it will be fine.