Ouch. Serious ouch.
The last long run was downright painful. My right knee just did NOT want to cooperate, even with the compression wrap on. I spoke to one of the physical therapists afterwards, though I knew there wasn't a lot I could do with the remaining time to strengthen the muscles involved.
She recommended a foam roller (purchased), switching entirely to the new shoes (done - I wore the old ones that day), and continuing to stretch, especially the glutes, up to race day. I'm planning on getting a massage a few days before the race. Coach Rick suggested spending time in the pool with a kickboard loosening up the hips...so I guess it's a good thing I'll be on vacation right before MCM? smile
If worse comes to worse, I can ice during the race...bought a small bottle of biofreeze, just in case.
The rest of me held up okay, just a little sore in the quads/glutes - and the 7 hour flight the next day didn't help that any!
The good news? Other than knee pain the run was great. Who knew long runs could be enjoyable? Seriously?
The other good news? Now that I am getting down to the wire (only two 8 mile runs until race day!!), donations have been pouring in from friends and family! Current total stands over the halfway mark to my $3000 goal!!
I have to take a minute to thank every one of you for your support - family, friends, coworkers - it means the world to me that you've supported me on this journey. I doubt I'll have the urge to train for another marathon (though I won't say never), but the past several months of training have been a learning experience for me. Glad that you've stuck with me through it!
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