Yep. Doctor's orders again, no running. Not the end of the world. I know. I know. But you know, it's difficult. Those of you who run or really, any kind of exercise and do it faithfully will understand, it becomes an addiction for some. It's a part of my life. It's how I deal with stress. It's how I organize my thoughts. It's been key to my success in keeping the weight off (which is what really scares me), and it has helped me to create a new me. I am more confident and outgoing in many aspects of my life, which I absolutely am convinced was as a result of learning how to push myself past my comfort zone and start running, go a little faster than I think I can, go a little further (okay, sometimes a lot farther) than I think I can.
So now what? Well, hopefully, it's very temporary. Had a bunch of blood work done, on super antibiotic, and see foot doctor next week.
For now, I am sidelined and will not be in Philly for the Leprechaun Run. This is an event that my husband and I were both looking forward to. It's for Special Olympics. I was registered for the 5-mile run, and my hubby was going to participate in the fun run. After finding out I couldn't run, we were both going to do the fun run anyway, since we're registered, but looks like lousy weather, and I don't need to be out in the rain/snow.
So we'll chalk it up to registration $$$ going to a great cause, and we'll look for another event when I'm given the clearance.
The question is what now? I have been extra careful with my food choices this week and hoping to still see a good result at weigh-in tomorrow. If I can't get back to running in the next week, I'll have to find another option for exercise for a while. I don't know if the elliptical is off limits. I'll have to ask about that, but I'm thinking maybe it's time to get back to the pool and start swimming. Been a while and not sure I like the idea of putting a bathing suit on, but there we go again with that "comfort zone" thing.
Do you have a backup plan if you can't do what you normally do for exericse?
Homemade Basil Pesto
11 hours ago
You have to do what you have to do. It's a matter of stopping long enough for your body to heal. I'm in the same boat with you!!! I'd rather rest now vs. pushing on and making things WORSE. We'll bounce back, and we've learned how to adapt. :)
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