Claire
Monday marks my first epidural steroid injection...and hopefully my first step back to feeling normal again. I never thought I would look forward to having a epidural again but oh I am. My back d... read more
- Miles:
- 727 total / 0 in 2013
- Goal:
New goals for 2011! To run 700 miles this year. To run a 10K in April. To run a 10 miler by Sept. To run a 1/2 marathon by Nov. To lose 20 pounds Dec.
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Claire logged 727 miles.
Last workout 12 months ago. Help get them back on track!
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good North Bank Trail, Belle Isle,... 6 mi 02:00 20:00 pace
Met my girl Crystal for a hike along the James River this morning! Felt FAN-freaking-TASTIC! First real exercise I have had in about 2 months since this whole hip-back debacle started. Since I g... read more
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That sounds like a good time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
12 months ago • Like
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Good Saturday morning dear Daily mile friends...thank you to all of you who have checked in to ask re: my progress on my back and hip, that's why Daily mile peeps rock :)
I got the results of ... read more1 person liked what Claire said-
Don't like the uncertain diagnosis, but it's good that you're getting it narrowed down a bit. Hang in there!
12 months ago • Like
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Still not running. Blah. Something happened two weeks ago (I suspect a visit with a different physical therapist when my regular was on vacation, but could have been a combination of a few factors... read more
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Have you ruptured a disk? I had that happen about 12 years ago -- pretty sure it was L4 -- and it was a miserable ~8 months getting over it. I didn't have to have surgery, but I limped for a long time!
about 1 year ago • Like
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LOL sure Crystal...take pleasure in my misery. The more miserable I am, the more you get to hear about it- the plus in seeing me every day at work ;) hehehehe
about 1 year ago • Like
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good 2.6 mi 00:30 11:32 pace
Finally got a little cardio in at the gym after work yesterday for the first time in forever. I took it easy but put the resistance up on the elliptical high enough that I would break a sweat. I ... read more
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good PT appt #2
Steamboats and Lunges and Squats...oh my! Lots of stretches and strengthening at the physical therapist's yesterday evening. She said she already is noticing a marked improvement in my back ... read more
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Get Better:
Claire, no more races. First things first, and that's to get fit and pain free. Then you can run and build base. Then you can think about racing. That's what I'm doing.
about 1 year ago
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good 1st PT Appt
Ultrasound waves on the back, cortisone patch on the hip....ahhhhhhhh. Whoever thought those two things would be music to my ears. This morning was a particularly wonderful morning for me to have... read more
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Awesome news, Claire! I am so happy you are getting proper advice and know how to deal with your pain. Cannot wait for you to recover and start running again. :-) Keep us updated with your injury/wellness reports.
about 1 year ago • Like
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Glad you're back with that PT. Might be a good idea to schedule a regular periodic visit once this stuff is healed just to beat the injury.
about 1 year ago • Like
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Great news!! At least there is light at the end of the tunnel. Here's to seeing you at races soon!! :D
about 1 year ago • Like
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good Lifted phone and called Physi...
I finally got my butt in gear and called the PT's office and scheduled an appt. with the PT. It was much easier than I anticipated. I have an appointment scheduled for 7:30a tomorrow (Saturd... read more
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I was wondering where you've been!!!!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Oh and I was waiting for comment #2 Crystal, LOL
about 1 year ago • Like
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Claire, do not rush back. There is no reason to hurt yourself further. Keep doing the XT.
about 1 year ago • Like
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I miss running so freaking much. It's amazing how much your being becomes immersed in it. It's my stress-reliever, my exercise, my physical and mental challenge, my "me" time.... read more
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frustrating I know! Weight training is a great stress reliever (and some exercises can build the muscles around hips (flexors, etc.)
about 1 year ago • Like
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I hope you're able to figure out what's causing the pain and get it sorted out very soon. My trainer makes sure to have hip flexibility/strength exercises in every workout (along with piriformis and IT band foam-rolling) to try to prevent problems.
about 1 year ago • Like
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uh-huh... no yelling. just get better. read an article that the reason runners run is because cannabinoids are released when you run distances.
about 1 year ago • Like
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Appt with the orthopaedic today. Good news: I really like the new doctor. He seems very thorough. Bad news: He has some concern that I may have a stress fracture in my hip. He wants to eliminat... read more
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Oh no! Crossing fingers. :)
about 1 year ago • Like
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Claire, I've been thinking about you....how is your hip? Any more news?
about 1 year ago • Like
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Sorry been MIA- got the results on Friday and then went to the beach for a few days :) Good news is no stress fracture!!! VERY good news :) PT to try to figure out if it's the SI joint, back in 3 weeks. Frustrating thing is I haven't run or worked out in over a week and the pain isn't any better. Hopefully PT will help. But am relieved about the elimination of the stress fracture!
about 1 year ago • Like
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injured Easy peasy 3 3 mi 00:34 11:18 pace
Twas supposed to be 4 miles but I forgot how much pain I am in these days when I wake up in the morning...My hip started feeling better pretty much right away but oh my goodness, my lower back. We... read more
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Get Better:
Claire, I have an idea what you can do to help you run in the morning...similar in objective to what I do. Nice 3 miler. Smart to cut it short.
about 1 year ago
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Ugh -- I sure hope your doctor can figure out what's causing it. Sciatic nerve pain can be a real challenge to find the specific cause of. Good luck, and take it easy until then!
about 1 year ago • Like
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good Bryan Park Loop 3.08 mi 00:32 10:32 pace
Wow, could the weather have been any better for an after-work run? Ran with my weekday running buddy who is definitely faster than me- not only great company but forces me to work on my speed. Afte... read more
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Sorry you had a painful night!!! Let us know what the orthapeic doc says.
about 1 year ago • Like
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good Monument Ave 10K 6.24 mi 01:13 11:37 pace
My second Monument 10K experience...I think I enjoyed this year's more than last year! This time I ran with my great friend Crystal L. (add her, she needs some DailyMile lovin'!) in her ... read more
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I think I am going to do the Carytown 10K, too. Have you done it before? Is it a much smaller race?
about 1 year ago • Like
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Thanks Uncle Stu! Did you see Brian's performance on the Kids Mile (logged below) He ROCKED it!!!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Running = awesome Running with friends = super awesome. Great job and sounds like you fully enjoyed the experience. I have never ran a race with music but I do train a lot with it. I think like you I try to enjoy the sights and sounds along the way. Love it Claire.
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good Brian's Kid Mile 1 mi 00:12:28 12:28 pace
My baby did FANTASTIC in his very first race!!! He did the Kids Mile which was a full mile before the Monument 10K. By his request, I ran with him (as it seems most parents did in his age group- t... read more
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good Shaking the legs out 1.95 mi 00:20 10:23 pace
Quick short run to shake the legs out. I'm a little nervous as I'm running the Kids Mile with Brian tomorrow (his first race and he's insistent that I run with him) and then I'... read more
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My 6 year old Brian at the Monument 10K expo where he picked up his packet for the Kids Mile- so excited for him!!
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How cute! I'm kind of sad to miss Monument Ave this year -- bummer that it and the Cherry Blossom are the same weekend!
about 1 year ago • Like
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My son is doing the kids mile too! Hope to see you....if I can recognize you!
about 1 year ago • Like
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I'll keep my eyes peeled for ya! You too Tracy! Good luck ladies tomorrow!
about 1 year ago • Like
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good Early Monday morning 3 miler 3.05 mi 00:34 11:07 pace
Easy Monday morning run. Nice and easy to zap the zero and get back on track after my little hiatus last week. All body parts feel well rested and thankful for the break.
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good Treadmill 1 mi 00:11:09 11:09 pace
Quick easy mile before getting the kids out of the kids club at the gym. Wanted to test out the foot and hip before I start back up the running this week (and in preparation for the 10K this comin... read more
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That sharp radiating pain sure sounds like a pinched nerve! Have you gone to a chiropractor? It might help (a good massage might help too!)
about 1 year ago • Like
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Sorry you are having hip pain! Ouch!!
about 1 year ago • Like
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Karyl-Lynne- you think? I really need to see a doctor about it. It's been nagging for about a year now, but significant for a few months. I think I have to face reality that it's not going to get better on it's own.
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I ruptured a disc in my back a few years ago, and the main thing I remember is that the worst pain felt like it was really deep in my hip. I'm convinced that my chiro helped keep me out of surgery, and have no lasting problems now. You definitely should have it checked out just in case.
about 1 year ago • Like
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I'll be looking forward to your update on Monday -- sure hope this gets you the road to recovery!
12 months ago • Like
Great news about being able to run in the future! Hope you feel well soon!
12 months ago • Like
Oh, Claire, so happy to hear that you finally have some answers! Keeping fingers crossed that the series of injections is kept to a minimum and you're back out pounding the pavement soon! Missed you and your updates! :)
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Claire, great news! Good luck tomorrow.
12 months ago • Like