Well, I think I’m fine — that is, I don’t think there’s anything wrong with my left tibia/shin, as previously thought. ^_^
I ran 13 miles on Saturday with no issues but for some hotspots under my foot and left pinky toe being squished by my shoe; that’s right, I’m back to shod running.
And then… I also did an odd run/walk interval for the first time: 30/1 — that’s run 30 minutes, walk 1 minute. LMFAO. I sort of planned not stopping, but I knew I had to take my race nutrition every 30 minutes anyway, so I thought if I could go for 30 minutes without stopping, then I’d do it; otherwise, I was going to revert to my usual 6/1 interval (which, now that I think of it, haven’t done since I began unshod training).
And then… You know how you’re not supposed to introduce too many new things in your training in one go? Well, not only did I return to shoes and then did a 13-mile run, I also did the entire 15-miler in new shoes (Saucony Grid Type A4 — review to follow!) …and I wonder why I get injured 😉
So even with all of the above, there haven’t been any lingering pains in the area of my left shin. WHEEEEEE! I’ll be taking some precautions this week, though. As much as I need to run, I’m probably going to end up doing more swimming and low-impact cardio training midweek in an effort to sustain myself for the weekend’s long runs. I just don’t want to risk it, just in case… Of course, all of this can be cleared up (or confirmed) by a doctor and probably an X-ray, but again, I’m stubborn and won’t see one until after all my October races. >_<
Gear used: Saucony flats, KT Tape (shin), compression socks, compression long sleeve shirt, Amphipod water carrier, Phiten titanium necklace
On Sunday, my sis and I were going to do our usual bike training, but neither of us were up for it. We went swimming instead! I did 750m for about 20 minutes. I’m feeling much better swimming longer (i.e., without stopping), too — but there’s so much more room for improvement ^_^
