6 days to go... (post #2)

[John_W]

I *did* say it probably wasn't my last post this week...

I posted this on FB on Saturday morning....

[BACKGROUND: I've got an Achilles injury - my left - a smal tear - which came about 4.5 weeks ago after a training run that ended at a much quicker pace than it should have done in hindsight. It was and the end of a week that began with my fastest HM at Wrexham . I should have stuck to easy running for the rest of the week ]

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So there we are... my final 2018 London Marathon training run. It wasn't meant to be the final one, but with the Achilles that's how it has to be.

The plan was for a maximum of 12 miles but as I was ending my 4th lap of the Birkenhead parkrun (normally 3x 1mile laps) I decided to stop.... 9.6 miles was enough and the Achilles was sore. Enough. And I made the decision NOT to run on Tuesday but to give the injury a full 7 days rest. But not the heart or lungs... I'll do a bit more in the gym this week on the rower and cross-trainer. But probably nothing after Wednesday.

It's been fun folks - obviously with its ups and downs... I've had some great runs, most notably the 3 Half Marathons which I've enjoyed.

It's frustrating that this Achilles has dimmed my excitement of running London somewhat, but it is what it is. It's going to be a great day out regardless. 3h:30 is beyond reach now... so let's see what happens

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[Hidden]

Sounds like a sensible option in order to get to the London start line. It is frustrating to start with an injury but maybe that takes the time pressure off so you can enjoy the day. Good luck!

[John_W Marathon in reply to Hidden]

Thank you! Yeah, frustrating, but that's the way it is. Not long now

[aliboo70 Half Marathon]

All the best John, it'll be an exciting day, hope the rest improves your injury somewhat so you get a positive experience x will cross my fingers that legs behave .... sensible approach to the week ahead ...😊

[John_W Marathon in reply to aliboo70]

Thanks Ali! I can't wait for it now.... Achilles is improving a little with each day.

[Mike1942]

Hi John. Achilles damage is pain in the bum as well as a pain in your calf. Best of luck it will repair and you will run even better in the future.

[John_W Marathon in reply to Mike1942]

Yep Mike that's true! Thank you

[roseabi Ultramarathon]

I know what you feel re. injury dimming the excitement, but it'll definitely still be fabulous!!

[John_W Marathon in reply to roseabi]

Why thank you to the machine that is roseabi

[Ajs07]

Just rest that heel, what will be will be on the day, enjoy the moment x

[John_W Marathon in reply to Ajs07]

I'll try my best! Thank you

[Lisaloopy9]

I wish you lots of luck for LM.

I’m just training for my first ever half, so am in total awe of you marathon runners!

Hope your injury is healed.

💪🏻🏃‍♂️🥇

[John_W Marathon in reply to Lisaloopy9]

Thanks Lisa - Half M is a great distance and I think I'll more in the future. Good luck for your half!

[ju-ju- Marathon]

I’m thinking of you and I hope the dreaded Achilles behaves himself ✊

[John_W Marathon in reply to ju-ju-]

Thanks Ju - it's as settled as it's going to be!

The die is cast, the Rubicon almost crossed...

Bed time...