Now that I have new orthotics, seems people are coming out of the woodwork owning up to flat feet and orthotics saving their lives. Well, I finally got let in on the secret!! (Feels a little like when I finally discovered Enell Sports Bras ~ thank the good Lord for that one.) Could they be just the ticket I have been looking for?? Maybe... Possibly.... Hopefully....I have done a 5 mile run and an 8 mile run. They don't actually DO the run for you (I heard the new Garmin is actually going to!) but they do seem to be helping. Some stiffness and soreness, but no 90 year-old hobbling.
I haven't posted any splits in ages because they have been so dismal, even for the slowest turtle in the pack. I could barely stand to look at them, let alone commit space and have to stare at them in the blogosphere.
I decided for the fiver that I was going to try to pick it up a bit and see if I could last through the whole run. I definitely felt like I was running with somewhat of a runners gait more so than the usual shuffling. :P These I will actually claim, but only because you people are so nice and supportive no matter how slow I am. :)
5miles ~ 1:02:04 ~ 12:24 pace
12:34
11:58
12:12
12:01
13:13 (with a 2 min and 20 sec gatoraide, stinger, walk break)
The eight wasn't as fancy, I keep getting a nasty side stitch on my long runs and it has been killing me, both on time and then by the time it is gone, it has worn me out. Anyway, I still managed 8, and I AM NOT HOBBLING. Progress is good.
8miles ~ 1:53 ~ 14:08 pace
That is where I am today.
19 comments:
Nancy that's GREAT!! Especially with all the foot probs ;D Any progess is good progress, and that's DEFINITELY better than a 90 y.o woman hobbling LOL
Ditto what Marcy said.
I third the previous two comments. No one cares about pace - just happy to see you are back in the game.
Nancy that's GREAT!! Especially with all the foot probs ;D Any progess is good progress, and that's DEFINITELY better than a 90 y.o woman hobbling LOL
(wait, isn't that also what Marcy said?...)
Yay for not hobbling! Now I need to go find out about that sports bra...
Isn't it wonderful to run without pain? Very cool. If you can get one or two long runs in, you still have a shot at the marathon. Just make sure to listen to your body. You are smart to leave open the possibility of doing the half if you aren't ready.
I am very excited for you that you are getting back on your feet so to speak. That is great news!
sounds like you are really back on track!!hang in there you are doing well. I almost did not get into the Army years and years ago because they said my feet was flat but somehow when I walked like a duck they decided they were not. I do have very low arches though but some how I manage to run pretty well with them.
Sweet! So glad to hear that Nancy!
Hi Nancy,
Comebacks are wonderful things. It's great when you go from wondering if you will ever get back to normal to realizing you are on your way.
I started as a non-runner, too. I bought the book for my husband. He didn't read it, but I did. I used the plan in 2005, and started out using it again last year, but switched to the Higdon novice plan. One day after an 18 mile run, I decided maybe I was a runner after all.
Thanks for stopping by my blog today. Good luck with your training!
I fully expect that you change your name from "nonrunner" very soon! Anyone as committed to you to this marathon deserves the medal before you start. Great job on the run!
Amy
http://blog.runnerslounge.com
Let me know when that Garmin comes out, there are definitely days where I need someone to run for me.
Nice work! I know how frustrating trying to run with foot problems can be. It is very exciting when you don't hobble or have pain anymore!
Nancy you are the coolest. You've got an amazing toughness about you that even (I think) exceeds that of the most dedicated runners.. You just find a way to perservere.
By the way, I think those splits are pretty awesome. Alot of people swear by orthotics (my wife does) and I know these new ones will make a huge difference.
I would be proud to run with you anytime. I mean it.
I appreciate you letting me in on the Enell Sports Bra thing... who knows when it may come in handy (j.k. Nancy).
Best wishes,
Bill
It's really cool when the right info comes in to help solve a problem. Hope it is the FINAL answer :-) Nice job on the 5 and 8 miler!!!
Lisaaaaaaaaaaaaa Nancy said "CHITT" on my blog :-)
haha -- Hey U , very sweet u are liking the orthotics... now u can focus on ur pace, it will come...keep it up!!
Have a great weekend!!
There you go... At least the foot problem seems cured up, now you have to put up with those annoying stictches and side cramps. Unfortunately, there isn't a shoe insert for this one (I wish there was!)
I totally want to try that kind of a bra!! They are so pricey though..bleck.
Glad you are back!
That's EXCELLENT! Glad to hear that things are looking uo and congrats on the PR!!
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