Feeling Good

On Monday I was cleared to run. I had an x-ray taken and it did not show any breaks or fractures in my ankle or foot. I was pretty excited about that. I didn't want to have to sit out for six or eight weeks waiting for a break to heal.

So I hit the trails on Tuesday for a short three miler. I added a mile on Wednesday and also picked up my pace. Then I added another mile yesterday for a slower paced five miler.

This morning my ankle is feeling pretty good. Still no pain. Yes, it is a little sore this morning, but nothing serious. It seems to be improving each day. I've been taping my ankle with RockTape--that stuff is amazing!

I realize I have probably pushed it a little over the last couple of days. I just couldn't help myself!!! So I am going to force myself to take a rest day today. I will run again on the weekend and will keep my mileage low and slow.

Assuming my ankle still feels good next week, I plan to complete the miles scheduled in my training plan. Fortunately, next week is a step back week for me, so I am not expecting any problems with it.

Thanks to everyone who posted words of encouragement during this frustrating time. You helped to keep my spirit up! I realize that the occasional injury is part of the game. But it's still no fun going through it.

How do you keep your spirit up when recovering from an injury?