See Mommy Injured!

After nursing a foot injury for a month without much success, I went to see my doctor. I was happy to hear that my foot is not broken. My doctor confirmed my diagnosis as plantar fasciitis. I have been put on an anti-inflammatory medication, must wear a splint at night, and I cannot run for 2 weeks.

I am a little nervous about the fact that I cannot run, because I am supposed to start marathon training in July. My daughter informed me that I have "bad Marine Corps Marathon Mojo." The last time I trained for this race, I fell and severely sprained my ankle. I managed to finish that race, and swore afterwards that I would never run another marathon.

I have been faithfully working out with my Coach Al runner core video. I have been talking to some friends about exercising through this injury in order to keep up my leg strength and cardiovascular fitness. We agreed that the solution was biking. Tonight I rode the bike at the gym for 30 minutes. I thought I was going to cry! My bottom was hurting so badly. I found the workout very challenging. I am sure the pain I am feeling now is nothing compared to what I am going to feel post bike workout tomorrow.

I have to keep telling myself that I am strong, and that I can do this.
I just miss running.