Injury Couch

[Aldlib]

So after much deliberation, I have deferred my half marathon place (no medal this year). The Achilles isn’t getting any better and after having Tendonitis in it a few years ago and not being able to run for 3 months, I am not going down that road again. I have decided to stop before it becomes chronic.

I am a little bit disappointed but I love running and don’t want to sacrifice that for one race. There is always next year, and I can swim and cross train to try to maintain some of my current fitness in the meantime. Good luck to everyone in the forthcoming races, I will be cheering from the couch for a few weeks x

[roseabi Ultramarathon]

Sorry to hear this!!!! Sounds like you're making a good call and I hope you enjoy your swimming until fit to run again. What about some swimming races? xxxx

[Aldlib Half Marathon in reply to roseabi]

My swimming is really not that good lol. But at least it is non weight bearing. Will be interesting with my random running shorts tan line though 😂

[roseabi Ultramarathon in reply to Aldlib]

I have that tan line problem 😂

[SkiMonday Ultramarathon]

Well done for making a tough decision! You're obviously aware of the need to avoid making injuries worse so I'll avoid that topic. Hope you're back off the IC soon!

[Aldlib Half Marathon in reply to SkiMonday]

Have indeed made injuries worse in the past, so learned that lesson the hard way. Hope to be back much quicker this time!

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Sorry to hear this, it you seem very sensible and positive about it xx

[Aldlib Half Marathon]

Thank you, will be stalking your progress though, and wishing I was running lol.

[Hidden in reply to Aldlib]

Next year! Which is when I will be doing the two races I deferred from this year due to the wretched knee 😊

[Irish-John Marathon]

Very wise decision Al. Hard but the right one.

I wish you a full and speedy recovery.

[Aldlib Half Marathon in reply to Irish-John]

Thank you I-J. Might even get a wee run with you when you come over x

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

That’s a shame Aldlib, but it sounds like a very wise decision. You want to come back fighting fit and injury free, and running your HM might have scuppered your running for a long time to come.

Enjoy your other activities. Your runs will still be there for you. 👍

[Aldlib Half Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thank you, going to keep up the yoga etc so hopefully the comeback won’t feel as long. I think I restarted C25K the last time!

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Sorry to hear that Aldlib - it's no fun making decisions like that, but well done to you for knowing when to call it. Hope it heals fast for you.

[Aldlib Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

Thank you. I think injuries seem to come with the territory of running as there is usually a few of us on the IC at some time or another. But it’s all learning.

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon in reply to Aldlib]

I'm right there with you! Not sure what I've learned other than I don't like it here!

[Lavender1962 Half Marathon]

That’s too bad but sounds like the best thing to do. I hope your Achilles gets better sooner than later!