Going With The Flow

Form change is a difficult thing to do. I've had the analysis done and I was grateful for the outcome, but getting there is tough.

I hope this will make your lent sacrifice successful!

That's more like it. It sounds as though you may have got to the root of the problem. You'll be able to work with some focus now. Stay positive.

This is actually good news. I'm glad you decided to go and get this done. Big progress over the last 2 months, but obviously something still isn't quite clicking. Now you have a good idea of what to specifically focus on to get back to 100%.

I think this is exciting! It is probably overwhelming to hear all those things, but it sounds like it gave you a lot of direction for what you need to work on. I think this is it! You are on the up and ups for sure.

p.s. I can't wait to meet your puppy!

More progress, treat yo self to a bucket of ice cream tonight!

I'm so glad you are cracking the case! Has your form changed since you became injured or did your form cause the injury? In any case, it sounds like you will be back in full force once you conquer this.

Melody - Probably some of both. My form is definitely A LOT worse right now than it was before and I think the injury exacerbated any imbalances I had. Taking months off from running and then starting running back while still in a compromised form - can't have helped. But I had to start from somewhere and that's just part of injuring such a crucial muscle for pelvic stability. Retraining and strengthening is key - and finding a therapist that knows what they are doing.

It's going to take a while but that's okay...this year is my rebuilding year and then 2014 is my comeback year. I'll get there as long as I don't let myself give up!

Lots of good info! And lots to work on that will get you where you need to go. Maybe everyone needs a gait analysis. I hope things come together sooner than later in the year. But you will be a power house next year!

Good information. Time to get rid of this injury forever!

You have enviable determination, Andrea. I was going to raise the same question as Melody. It's amazing to see even great runners who have issues with hip extension and weakish glutes (a cross-over gait is usually a good sign). These are aspects you can work on. You have an amazing attitude.

The forward lean is tough because you don't want the back to round or bend at the waist. I spend a lot of time thinking about form and it can drive you crazy. Oh, the number of times I have changed my arm carriage!

You will come back stronger than you were for sure.

I am envious, actually. Like Kassi says, probably everyone needs a gait analysis. Back in the day my coaches would tell me I had good form, but years, babies, injuries, etc., have all taken their toll. Once in a while I'll see a picture of me running and I'm just amazed at how out-of-whack parts of me have gotten. I will be so interested to see how your improvements develop.

You seem very optimistic that you're headed in the right direction. Seems very logical to fix this stuff now. Good luck! and keep at it!

Yay info you ca

Use oops. On phone before am run. Where id u get tbis done? How much? Since my ankle is not getting better and i pronate jist that foot it would be noce for me to have miscles to build toesson forces on heel. Very glad u went. Was hoping u would.