Rachel
I ended up just going to my PT appointment and doing a lot of stretching and abs yesterday since my IT band was so sore. Felt better this morning, but didn't want to hurt it by attempting a ru... read more
- Miles:
- 5172 total / 892 in 2013
- Goal:
2013 Goals -- 1:50 in the half; sub 4 in the full; run 8 miles in close to an hour; remain injury free through smart cross training/ancillary work
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VELO
good Hour long ride 14 mi 01:00 14.0mph pace
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FIT
Before bed stretch 01:00
this was the best thing I did all day! Went and had some Graston/ART done on my IT band, which was painful but ultimately left me feeling much better. Walked around, had dinner, then did this hour ... read more
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FIT
alright Harvard Stadium November Proj... 00:30
Got up this morning and was feeling stiff and a little sore. Almost bagged this AGAIN, but decided to stretch a little and see how I felt. I loosened up and made my way over. I knew I'd be lat... read more
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RUN
injured not as successful as I'd like... 3.55 mi 00:44 12:28 pace
Observation: running in the rain is not that bad. Walking in the rain is downright miserable.
Walked to the track, then did 3 laps around running, 1 lap walking and repeated almost 3 times. Right ... read more
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Is it your IT band? To echo someone else's comment on here from an older post of yours, running until right before the point of knee pain, and building from there each time is exactly how I recovered from this stupid injury (numerous times!). Of course, coupled w/ PT/strength work and stretching. Active recovery w/ the running, I didn't stop, and let the mileage build from there. You CAN do it.
7 days ago • Like
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I agree with said observation. Sorry you are still feeling that knee pain. :(
7 days ago • Like
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Couldn't agree more..........on the walk/run/rain theory---sorry this one didn't go well, but SO GREAT to see you this morning at Harvard!
6 days ago • Like
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If it's IT band, it'll be pain on the outside of the knee. It won't hurt while walking or biking, but will when running (especially at faster paces) and stairs will also hurt depending on the severity of the IT band strain. The best thing is to stretch it out and roll it out with a foam roller. There are also some specific IT band exercises you can do to strengthen it, but you need to heal a bit 1st.
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great Indoor Trainer + spin class p... 18 mi 01:00 03:20 pace
So so thrilled that biking doesn't hurt and I have something that helps me keep my sanity while I heal. Also, first PT session went well yesterday. Here's hoping for a speedy return to ru... read more
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Good show Rachel!
14 days ago • Like
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RUN
injured Run test fail 2.5 mi 00:35 14:00 pace
Since I've felt fine for the last 2 days, I decided I'd try out a test run today. Got going and everything felt okay, but could feel some tightness on the outside of my left knee but no p... read more
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Options are a good thing! It almost sounds like what I went through a couple years in a row. For me it was ALWAYS at 2.5 to 3 miles and the outside of my left knee would get too tight to run. It would come on quick.. I dont know if its runners knee or what, but both times it took 4 weeks for it to subside. Hopefully, your knee is faster to recover but if not, there are so many thngs to pass the time! Good luck Rachel!
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I'm in a very similar situation with some knee issues I am working through. I have also found that cycling does not aggravate the knee. I think that is because most neat issues are the result of imbalances which cause slight twisting on the knee during impact. This could be the result of weak glutes, tight IT bands, week VMO's or ankle foot strike flexing. Cycling really does force the knee to go in exactly the way it is designed and so we don't get the knee pain even if were cycling hard
16 days ago • Like
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Do you think that massage might help?
16 days ago • Like
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great Podcast + Indoor Trainer 18 mi 01:03 03:28 pace
Downloaded a spin class podcast and took it downstairs to the indoor trainer.
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FIT
great Arms & Abs 00:36
I probably wouldn't have run today anyway, even if I hadn't injured myself at the marathon over the weekend. But, I wanted to do something, and I figured I might as well use this downtime... read more
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A new blog post about my DNF this weekend: http://thisstarrytrain.wordpress.com/2013/05/27/vermont-city-marathon/
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Hard way to end such a great training season. I've never DNFed ... yet (only 3 marathons though). But i know it will happen one day. It happens to everyone who aspires to be something bigger and better than what they currently are. And when that happens i'll come back and read this post again. Because i think you've handled it like a champion. I can't wait to see you knock it out of the park next time, stronger and faster!
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Aw that sucks! So close! :( :( I'm so sorry. Rest up, heal up, feel better, and power on.
BTW, stealing this if that's okay: "At each mile marker, I’d reflect on something that I had really enjoyed about the last mile" -- what a great way to stay positive and keep going!21 days ago • Like
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I had been wondering how it went for you and I just found the write up. First off, I'm sorry we didnt catch up before the race as it would have been great to see you again. I learned this weekend that there is a certain luck factor. Most of us trained hard and did everything we were supposed to to get the results we wanted but ANY small thing can throw a wrench in to the desired results. I think you have the right attitude going forward and I will make sure to see you next year at VCM! Be proud!
21 days ago • Like
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good Easy and short! 3.4 mi 00:34 10:06 pace
Short runs fit so neatly into that awkward time when dinner's in the oven but I don't have another 30-40 minute activity to accomplish! #teamwickedbonkproof
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RUN
great 5 miler 5 mi 00:48 09:36 pace
Just keeping the legs primed and the confidence up! Alternated easy miles and MP miles and felt pretty good the whole way. Yesterday just did some walking and light yoga. Sports massage this evenin... read more
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Great stuff Rachel!!! When's your marathon again?
28 days ago • Like
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Great race week miles, Rachel! Have a great race!
28 days ago • Like
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Nice work Rachel!
27 days ago • Like
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Last double digit before mara... 10 mi 01:33 09:16 pace
What a beautiful morning!! Met up with my brother in law for an easy ten. Great run all around - company, route, miles ticked by super quickly, felt light and easy on my feet. I'm ready - let&... read more
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Go girl! Nice DD...way to represent the team!
about 1 month ago • Like
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RUN
great November Project -- Hills 5.83 mi 00:58 09:56 pace
Did about 2 easy miles before the hills, did 3 ups on the BIG hill, 1 up on the smaller hill and took it pretty light and easy. Actually didn't feel that hard on any of them this week, which w... read more
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FIT
great November Project -- Harvard S... 01:00
Got my shirt stenciled, a full tour and felt like the sections just flew by today! We are totally getting stronger! Or maybe it's just the great company I always have with Patricia R. , Janet... read more
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It IS great company, BUT we are stronger too!
about 1 month ago • Like
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Rachel
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Glad to hear it! Any chance you've tried a patella band?
6 days ago • Like
Great news!!
6 days ago • Like
Gina -- I haven't. Should I?
5 days ago • Like
It really helped me when I was having similar issues last year (felt like someone was stabbing me on the outside of my left knee). Might be worth a shot!
4 days ago • Like