So after our extremely successful 5K on Sunday, I had a bit of a scare.
My hip was doing fine and my SI joint was a little sore as expected after running as hard as I did.
In the afternoon during the football game I went outside to give to dog some exercise. I really didn’t run, but trotted along to get him going. After a couple of steps my left leg collapsed beneath me. Literally I fell to the ground as if my leg wasn’t there. Hmm… that can’t be a good sign.
Since then my leg has improved greatly. I used the heating pad all day Monday and took anti-inflamitories. I also rested and haven’t run or walked (for exersise) since Sunday’s race. Yesterday I almost couldn’t drive to work because I use a stick shift and pushing in the clutch was painful. Also at work as I got up from sitting, I would be in a lot of pain for about 15 seconds and then it went away slowly.
Today I feel about 80% better. No problem using the clutch and getting up doesn’t hurt. So, I think for the most part running that race didn’t set me back too much which is good. I am still doing my stretches and using anti-inflamatoires to keep things settled down.
Don’t worry. I am not running. I will not run today and I’ll see how I do over the holiday weekend.
One thing I learned from my last 6 week pause from running because of my hip is… Doing too much too soon, is not a good idea.
To be brutally honest, as I was in the middle of my 5K, I thought to myself… I am running this race to the best of my ability. I am not going to be stupid, but as long as my body cooperates, I will finish the race and run as hard as I can!!!
Once I get back to normal, I will begin building a base for our half in February.
It is cold in the South today (37 as a high) and very windy. Today might be a good day to take off and rest… I’m glad it isn’t 70 and sunny!
278 to Boston 
You must have gotten a fright! Wishing you more recovery vibes.
Thanks! Yes, it was a worry, but NFL football took my mind off of it!
Dang what frustration!! Well the holidays will keep you distracted, eating, and entertained enough to resist running!
Distraction can be good. Also eating!
Have you ever tried using a foam roller after running? I find it really helps… I had some IT band issues a while back and rolling out the side of my quad (a tough place to get a good stretch) really seems to help. I wonder if something similar could help you?
I do have a foam roller, but I keep not thinking of using it. Thanks for the reminder.
I’ll add to my list of things to be thankful for this year that you’re recovering. How scary to collapse like that! Wishing you rest, relaxation, and the joy of family at Thanksgiving!
Thanks Mitzi, and I hope you and your family have a great Thanksgiving also!!!
I have been having SI joint pain—it is such a pain in the butt! 🙂
Literally 🙂
I went out today and didn’t make a mile. My hip feels tight. Tomorrow is another day. I hope you keep well or get well (which ever one is apropos)!!
Thank you for the kind words. Apropos —added to my word bank! I like that. Sorry to hear about your run. I have found that the less I run the better. But I know that my problem is related to sitting as I commute three hours a day for class/work.
Happy Training
~Joshua
Ha. Just keep your wallet out of your back pocket. Huge problem.
Keep running!!!