Training for Brighton 10k

[RunBrianRun]

The last two runs have been a Parkrun on Saturday and a long easy run today (Monday).

I wanted to run another quick 5k this week in place of the week 2 proposed fartlek. I achieved this and was happy with the consistent splits and being just a couple of seconds behind my PB.

Yesterday was a rest day at the start of week 3, and today, an easy 12k to include some hills. I got off to a great start and it really was easy running for the whole 12k.

I felt a familiar twinge in my inner right ankle after 3k so I slowed up even further and even walked a couple of times.

I have iced it and elevated it this evening and I have noticed a slight swelling but I’m hoping it will calm down overnight. 😬 Supposed to be a run tomorrow but I’m going to rest up. Not taking any chances at this stage.

[RunWillie Marathon]

Hope the ankle is ok RunBrianRun 👍🏻

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to RunWillie]

Thank you runwillie. I hope it settles down. It isn't too painful today but I am stuffed full of ibuprofen so hard to tell.

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Definitely take it easy now ... here's to a rapid recovery 🤞

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

Thank you Linda. Really annoying as I was being really careful - well at least I thought so.

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Ahhh no, Brian, that’s not allowed. 😕 At least you noticed it quickly and have hopefully nipped it in the bud. Rest up and take it easy for a little while. You’re sure to be ok. 😀

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thank you Cheeky - I really do hope I have caught it in time.

[roseabi Ultramarathon]

Oh dear, hope it's nothing!!

There's so little time til the race now, maybe just rest? xxx

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to roseabi]

I know - so frustrating - but I will rest it for a couple of days and then give it a test to see on thursday. Lots of ibuprofen and ice for now.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

What is it about upcoming races that our bodies start to complain and little niggly things appear? You know what you’ve got to do. Fingers crossed it’ll be alright on the day 🤞

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

It is so annoying - everything was on track too for a sub 45 - now I'll be happy just to run it. C'est la vie. I will have to remember how old I am in future. 😀 Happy to just be able to take part and let this target disappear over the horizon for now.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

It could still be absolutely fine on race day. Keep the faith 🍀

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Loving your optimism IP 😍 thank you

[Katnap Marathon]

Unless we can come 1st the bling is the same regardless of the time! Extra rest could be a blessing in disguise 🤞

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Katnap]

Thank you katnap You are right of course 😊 Live to run another day and all that. 👍😊

[SueAppleRun 10 Miles]

Hope your ankle is feeling better today, so annoying when that happens, amazing pace too

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to SueAppleRun]

Thank you w&s ☺️ Just my luck. But I’m resting, elevating, compressing and icing it today. Fingers crossed.

[SueAppleRun 10 Miles in reply to RunBrianRun]

Mine are crossed for you

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to SueAppleRun]

Thank you ☺️

[Decker Ultramarathon]

Sounds like a wise move slowing up early Brian. I am sure the rest will help your ankle and you will smash that race

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Decker]

Thank you for your kind words Decker. I’m hoping I can at least make it to the race. 👍

[Cmoi Marathon]

Really hoping the RICE works and you get to enjoy a successful race, you're such an amazing runner RunBrianRun .

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Cmoi]

Aww ☺️ thank you Cmoi. The good news is that it looks much better today and the pain has mostly gone. 😃