I've been in perpetual recovery mode during the past four weeks since the JFK 50. My left knee is still not quite ready to go full speed. I haven't put in more than 20 miles in any week since JFK. It's getting a bit frustrating. It feels like the same thing that was wrong with my right knee this summer. So I've been doing the normal stuff - rest, ice, massage, ibuprofen, etc. I have six full weeks before the Rocky Raccoon 100. So of course I'm a bit anxious about getting ready in time. I was hoping to come out of JFK and keep putting on the miles, but that hasn't happened. Oh well. I've recommitted myself to the gym during these next six weeks. I need to refocus on my legs and core. I've even inked gym workouts into my running schedule. I think this will help out my knee tremendously. Until now I've always just gone to the gym when I felt like I had time - which wasn't often.
I love winter running. (Pause) Not.
But seriously, I don't mind running in the snow as long as it isn't below ten degrees or the snow isn't slushy. Today temps rose above freezing for the first time in a couple of weeks and everything is slush. I took the pups to the park and Sadie and I played catch with snowballs. It's cute watching Shasta run through the snow with her short legs.
Keep running!
Scott
Dang! Sounds like you've got a good recovery plan going for the knee. Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog, and I have to say that your *Personal Best* section made me LOL!!! Love the sneezes :P
ReplyDeleteSorry about your knee!!
Take care of those knees!! Are you doing massage too? trigger point? Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI need to do some quad stregthening also. Its an area that can easily get over looked in the race to fit in our weekly mileage goals isn't it.
ReplyDeleteIs that a 100 miler or a 100K? Hmmm. Off to find out! Yes!! A lot of knee issues are due to imbalances in the muscle groups. Hitting the gym sounds like a great idea!!!!
ReplyDeleteTake care and becareful on those knees!
ReplyDeleteGreat clip...not. LOL
ReplyDeleteHope your knee is doing better!
So, you have decided to do the 100 miler, huh? I knew you would be one of those crazies! You will practically be running in my parents backyard. I wonder how far north the course goes. My parents are in Madisonville, about 15 miles north of Huntsville. You should wonder up that way. I know my parents would enjoy seeing you.
ReplyDeleteBoo to the knee troubles, hope the cross training brings relief. I don't mind running in the slushy snow or near freezing temp, it's the early darkness in the day that I'm not a fan of.
ReplyDeleteEasy on those knees. Hope you are doing better, but 100 miles?????
ReplyDeleteLegs and core... you said it and it is something I am making a must this training go around. I think I have learned a huge lesson based on my races this past year. Running Ultra's is a lot more than miles on the feet.
ReplyDeleteWith six weeks to go there is not much more time for recovery. Running in the snow... you are so lucky!!
I love winter running. Not.
ReplyDeleteOnly when it is above 20 degrees with no wind!!
Keep recovering!
I love the Borat throw back! I think I need to see that movie again.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing you run for more than 24 hours, so hope your knee starts feeling better.