I’m still here…just trying recovery option #351. It seems like I’ve tried it all to get back on the road. I’ve reduced my mileage, tried cross training, saw a physical therapist, saw a chiropractor for active recovery, stretched, etc. I’m still experiencing pain in the back of my left leg: heel, achilles, calf, hamstring, hip and lower back. It’s never really more than one spot at a time, but it’s usually the hamstring or the achilles. The hamstring is at it’s worst when I’m sitting in my car. I’m guessing it’s due to the location where the end of the seat hits my leg.
So, I made an appointment with a massage therapist two days ago and he really worked on my leg. I mean, he worked on it so much that I’m still sore today. I haven’t had any exercise in the past seven days in hopes that some time off will help. It never hurt when I was cross training (ex. elliptical), but I’m not sure it was helping, either. I can’t believe it has been five months and I’m starting to wonder what the future holds for my running. I guess time will tell…
With that said, I’m really enjoying reading about others progressing through their goals. I know some friends on twitter and dailymile have some upcoming races. I’ll be cheering on a lot of them down at the Flying Pig in May, so I wish nothing but the best for you guys/gals and can’t wait to watch you hit those goals! Keep up the great work!
