I went out for a run this morning. I've stopped doing yoga as frequently, and I started to feel less achey. I thought it might be time for a small run. I have my new insoles now, so I wanted to try them out.
I was a little nervous, but I didn't have high expectations. It had been 5 weeks since I had run, and I had had pain off and on during that time, so I wasn't expecting a miracle. It felt so good to put all of my gear back on and get out there. It was brisk but nice outside. I loved feeling the cold air in my lungs. I ran a mile with no pain at all! That was amazing to me. I turned back towards home, and the familiar twinges started again. I stopped, stretched, walked a little, but I got home having completed about 2 miles. The first mile was at my usual 9-min/mile pace, which surprised me. I felt like I was going slowly and taking it easy. I guess spinning has kept my fitness up.
Both knees are sore now, but I'm not concerned. I'll keep doing my stretches, and I'll try for another run next Wednesday. I felt so good when I got home. I missed my friend, Running, but I'm glad I don't depend on running anymore.
Michael's birthday was so much fun. I hope he had as good a time as I did. We didn't do anything too special, but for us, even the silliest things are awesome. I was just so happy to be spending time with my favorite person in the world. Ahhhh... :)
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Glad you got back out there! And had a mile of goodrun, at least.
Mostly, though, I just wanted to comment.. you've mentioned here a few times about having lost weight. I didn't know you then, but now having seen pictures of you before you lost weight.. wow. What an accomplishment! Congratulations.
Low miles are better than no miles. Keep using that miracle drug (ice) and stretch a lot. Glad the birthday celebration was fun, Therese. Life's simple pleasures are the best. Enjoy the day! Art
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