Stroller pushin in Texas

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Location:

TX,

Member Since:

Jan 19, 2009

Gender:

Female

Goal Type:

Age Division Winner

Running Accomplishments:

I have completed 27 marathons.

Utah Valley Marathon 2013: PR 3:16:20, 1st division.

Running With the Bulls 5k 2011: 20:02, 1st place

Race For The Cure 10k, San Antonio 2013: 42:47, 2nd overall

Short-Term Running Goals:

Run a sub 3:20 @ Air Force Marathon 2015.

Sub 20 min 5k

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run a 3(ish) hour marathon before I am 40.

Personal:

1. God

2. Family

3. Running

Mother. Wife. Runner. I chase stroller on the border of Mexico.

Now is the time to run the race of your life! Elaine Dalton

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Miles:	This week:	0.00	Month:	0.00	Year:	0.00
Nike Lunar Racer Lifetime Miles:						40.70
My TM Lifetime Miles:						838.35
Boston Blues Lifetime Miles:						146.00

Fri, May 08, 2009

Slow miles	Fast miles	Total Distance
0.00	0.00	0.00

I'm beginning to wonder if I have a stress fracture. I have not ran since Monday and the subtle pain in my upper left thigh is not subsiding. I have started taking recovery supplements and I will give running another try on Monday. If the pain is still there I will be going to the Doctor. Lame. My biggest frustration is that it is beautiful outside and I am stuck inside the gym Xtraining.

Today I did 55 minutes spinning and 15 minutes on the eliptical. I am getting my heart rate to about 165-170, but I fee like I am loosing my fitness level as well.

Weight: 0.00	Calories: 0.00

Comments

From Teena on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 10:36:58 from 67.177.20.13

Bec,

Are you worried about a stress fracture in your hip or your femur? The test for the femur is to sit on something with your legs hanging down (your hamstrings should be have on the bench half off). Then have someone push down on your knee as you pull up/resist. If there is pain, you likely have a stress fracture there.

Please be careful. Lots of calcium and vitamin D.

I know exactly what you mean about the frustration part. It's all part of the game we play though. Hang in there.

From Bec on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 11:02:38 from 205.123.38.151

Teena,

Thanks for the test. Turns out there is pain. What is the next step you would recommend? Man, now I am just sad.

From Teena on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 11:21:13 from 67.177.20.13

Get in to see a sports doc asap. Get this thing behind you as soon as possible ... don't be foolish and rush things like I did for so long (my original stress fracture was diagnosed 6 months ago). Do this right. Call one right now. (It still could be something else ... but it might very well be a stress fracture, so get in asap.) Be positive!!!

From allie on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 12:01:33 from 208.110.151.113

sorry to hear about your leg pain. i hope it's not a stress fracture, but until you find out, treat it like one or else you could be in for even more problems. be patient and don't try to push through ANYTHING that causes pain. best of luck.

From Smooth on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 12:20:20 from 71.36.74.243

Oh Bec, I am so sorry. Please go in and see a sport doctor right away. Make sure whatever diagnosis you get that he/she gives you rehabilitation therapy. Don't just settle for some pills or quick fix. Ask lots of questions so you know what to do for rehab and prevention. GOOD LUCK! I will be praying for you.

From RivertonPaul on Fri, May 08, 2009 at 20:50:30 from 75.169.19.1

My best wishes for a true recovery.

From RAD on Sat, May 09, 2009 at 00:28:18 from 67.166.99.8

I hate to say I told you so, but who was telling you to go to the doc like 5 days ago??? Okay, I won't rub it in :)

I really hope you DON'T have a stress fracture though!! DANG!! You're doing the best thing though and not pushing it, you are a super smart athlete. You need your body for another 60-70 years, take care of it! I agree with Smooth about no quick fixes, take the time to make sure it doesn't come back!! Best of luck and keep up the xtrain, it doesn't feel like it, but it really will help!!

From Walter on Sat, May 09, 2009 at 12:35:58 from 76.27.15.208

Bec, Say hello to smelling like a pool! and crispy hair and all that fun stuff. You can tune up those swimming skills now!

From Bec on Sat, May 09, 2009 at 17:48:43 from 205.123.71.7

Teena,

I have an appointment with a specialist on Monday. I hate the feeling of not knowing what's going on with my leg. Thank you for the suggestion of going to a doctor. I don't think I would go if it weren't for you.

Smooth,

Thank you so much for the prayers. Yes, this body has to go for many, many more years. I hope to one day be as strong as you.

RAD,

You did tell me so...I am taking your advice and going to the doctor. I am so jealous reading everyone's training schedules, especially YOURS! I am so pumped for you and how strong you are becoming as a runner.

Walter,

That smell of the pool is oh so sweet! I have only swam a few times and my skin feels like scales. I am really considering a tri this summer. Swimming is not all that bad.

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