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Michelle rode: I cannot run right no...
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I cannot run right now. I think I may be the only runner in the history of the world that gets injured standing still. Yep. I pulled a muscle in my left calf. Upper calf that is. Guess I was "standing" wrong or something? Hurts bad even to walk on it. Whatever.
So, since I need cycling miles I rode today. 2 loops of Prospect Park. It was a bit windy but a nice ride. I worked the hills as hard as I could. My next ride will be in Central Park probably later this week.
Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them - every day begin the task anew."
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Good job taking it easy today. Think maybe your mileage was too high coming back from injury? I'm sure you'll be good as new after a few days off. Just take it easy, your body is telling you something.
almost 2 years ago • Like
BOO to calf unhappiness, but HOORAY for a nice bicycle ride. :)
almost 2 years ago • Like
@Sam ~ Maybe!! The weird thing is I was perfectly fine all day yesterday and then I was just standing in the kitchen cooking something by the oven and my upper left calf starting hurting and got worse. I iced it practically all night long.
almost 2 years ago • Like
Yeah. you've got to remember that if you run while something is not 100% other parts of your body can start to compensate. Not saying that's what happened in your case, though.
almost 2 years ago • Like
Nice ride, sorry to hear about your calf...
almost 2 years ago • Like
Ouch!! At least you got a good ride in.
almost 2 years ago • Like
I have experience with calf strains and mine healed quite quickly - although I did stop running for almost a week (I only did 5km that week) which helped.
I had to increase the time i spent stretching post run and my focus on my calf muscles.
Do you think that adding the amount of cycling you have incorporated into your routine played a part?
almost 2 years ago • Like
Get better. Are you sure it's a pull or just a bad strain or just a random one-time major cramp?
almost 2 years ago • Like
Hope that muscle gets better soon! I broke my foot walking once... so I'll be in your club. :)
almost 2 years ago
You Inspire!!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Nice alternative training. Rides in the wind are challenging.
almost 2 years ago • Like
Nice ride for an injured runner M!
almost 2 years ago
Hope it gets better soon..
almost 2 years ago • Like
Hope you heal up soon. And don't feel bad; I've pulled my calf muscle getting out of bed.
almost 2 years ago • Like
Hope you feel better soon Michelle!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Hope our calf cooperates and you recover completely and quickly. Hang in there!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Do you foam roll at all? I use that especially on my calves when they get tight, which hurts like hell but keeps the muscles loose and feels better in the long run. Hope you are back out there running soon!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Nice job on the bike ride, Michelle! Hope your calf feels better soon if you go easy on it for a bit!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Isn't it great how the weather is cooperative now and at least you can go out on the bike instead of doing nothing? Great ride...
almost 2 years ago • Like
@Scott ~ Yep I can't wait to ride in Central Park. I never did before. Should be fun.
almost 2 years ago • Like
@Sarah ~ I do have a foam roller and will use it on my calf. I hope it helps a bit. Plus icing. Thanks for the reminder!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Oh no!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Get better soon!
almost 2 years ago • Like
I had a similar injury (calf strain) a coupla years back-yoga worked wonders with recovery (downward dog pose is awesome for the calves!) Also echo the foam roller and icing. speedy recovery to you!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Good thing you got cycling going for you, hope you heal fast.
almost 2 years ago • Like
Oh no, Michelle. Sorry to hear about the pulled calf. Great that you have a bike to make up for the mileage. Love the quote you posted up. Most of all, be patient with ourselves :)
almost 2 years ago • Like
Recover quickly!
almost 2 years ago • Like
What a great ride!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Poor calf. Michelle, you should really be treating it better, not just standing around like that. lol. Hope it heals up quickly, - and nice job getting a ride in.
almost 2 years ago • Like