I went back to the running shop this morning and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. They ran the gait analysis again to confirm that I'd got the right type of shoe, then let me exchange the ones I got last week for a different pair.The new, new shoes are the same make as my trusty old ones (new balance), and I've already begun to wear them round the house to break them in gently.
I'm assured that the lack of swelling in my ankle is a positive sign, and I've been advised to rest it completely for a couple of days while applying cold compresses to help it heal. I'm not sure he specifically mentioned eating Battenburg cake, too, but I'm giving it a go. Better safe than sorry.
While I was in the shop, a fellow runner came over for a chat, gave me a copy of his running club's newsletter, and told me about a runner who posts helpful training info (including ankle strengthening exercises) on youtube. I'll have a look at that later, and will pass on the details if it looks good.
So...total rest tomorrow. Any volunteers to peel grapes for me?
2 comments:
Sorry to read of your ankle trouble Jas, hope it continues to improve over the next few days. Phil is planning a 10K run in Stratford in November - he said to tell you that you've inspired him to get back into running!! and we are following your blog with much interest! He's frustrated that he can only run a fraction of what he used to do a few years ago. If you find the info on YouTube about anke strengthening exercises, please can you let me know? Thanks - and chin up eh? Oh, and power to the Battenburg lol
Good to hear from you! I didn't know Phil was into running - maybe I'll join him for the stratford 10k...if I can ever get this ankle sorted.
If you google Ryan Hall on youtube, you'll find all sorts of informative stuff. He's a top marathoner, and has some good tips.
I do think there are mystical healing properties in Battenburg...must be in the marzipan ;o)
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