Cancelled my race :(
garyroberts
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So gutted. I've not been running due to shins, and not really been doing much of anything else either due to family camping break and a sore inner thigh. I thought that if i laid off i could at least get to race day and get on with it - it was never going to be fast but it could of been further experience, but no, the inner thigh soreness is nagging at me - probably brought on by the 'world-class' frissbee session on the beach a few days back.
I've cancelled the triathlon.
Just gutted.
I have to get back on track, so it starts with the physio on Friday, Coneheads 2nd training day on Saturday and gradually building the training back in properly. No mish-mash training anymore. Properly planned sessions with properly measured results.
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I've cancelled the triathlon.
Just gutted.
I have to get back on track, so it starts with the physio on Friday, Coneheads 2nd training day on Saturday and gradually building the training back in properly. No mish-mash training anymore. Properly planned sessions with properly measured results.
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Whilst your seething at the moment you know deep down that injuring yourself is not the best idea in the world.
Good luck with the new found plan for world domination. You'll be back very soon better, stronger and faster
If you're not fully fit and don't feel up for it there's not much point in racing.
Once you've seen the physio get another race booked and, as you say, get a training plan together.
Best of luck.
I have plans & routines...they will be in my book 'How taining really ***** you up.'
Britspin makes some interesting points (again) and not something I'd thought about before. And you're right to go for the structured plan... Been meaning to kick mine off again after a few weeks of bits and pieces here and there.
Mental kick up the arse for me. Dust off the schedule Dave!
And best of luck with it Gary, fingers crossed you'll be back in action soon and looking out for all those t-shirts you ironed! [:D]
all the best for the training day - and take it easy!
blurredgirl
Seriously mate. Bummer. Its has to be the right decission though! Heal today and race quick another day!
Good luck with the physio and recovery!!
A step back now will mean ten steps forward in future and your decision belied a wisdom beyond your photos!!!
Focus on the positives - you've got Conehead's training weekend #2 in 3 days, and you'll get to meet me. Double bubble!
Tough to do, but you'll look back and realise you've made the right one.
However, there is a lot that you can still do, without having to do any running. See the phyiso - get some exercises. You might have to end up joining a gym though!
Don't get disheartened, working round/through injuries is all part of the fun. At least, that's what I tell myself [:)].
On the bright side, you'll have even more time for posting on here.
Or you could focus on cycling for a bit - you've obviously got potential to do well there - get some TTs entered.
Thanks everyone, I'll be back soon enough.
In the mean time, i'll increase the post count (which has been suffering of late due to feeling sorry for myself).
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no injuries but full of cold so training on hold grrrrrrr
I like you are suffering with shin splints my problem was trying to do too much in too little time...
in my surfing of the internet i found this useful site posted by an ex runner plagued by shin splints and now trainer, the site contains many physio exercises and detailed reasons for your problems.
http://www.watfxc.com/TF/TF%20Education/shin_splints.htm
I have been following many of the treatments he brings to light. With 7 days of full rest, now im able to continue to train in all aspects and run all be it reduced sessions and distance but with excessive warm up and taking ibuprofen prior to running and the use of a hot water bottle I am able to run pain free and now have no pain after running and the following day. I feel I’m on the mend since the terrible pain experienced just over 2 weeks ago. Hoping to be able to slowly increase training load over the coming weeks (a lot slower this time)
Has made a huge difference to my overall recovery, and no more little aches and pains the next day. A sports massage every now and again doesn't do any harm either. It sounds obvious, but I really need to take the time for proper rest & recovery otherwise I know it'll eventually come back to haunt me. Not saying this is what happened to you, but worth bearing in mind - For me anyway, sometimes it's easy to get a bit carried away thinking 'I'm so unprepared - must do more!'