I am not a hypochondriac.
Nor am I a big doctor person in general.
Mostly because I think I’m much like Super Woman. Or maybe Catwoman. Her outfit is way hotter.
Either way, I often refuse to think there’s every anything wrong with me. I’ve had nasty sinus issues take me down once or twice in the last few years, but other than that? Healthy. The epitome of it.
But there’s one thing I’ll be an overprotective mother about ALL DAY. And that would be my legs.
Ever since my incident with crutches and an overuse injury a few years back, I’m horribly paranoid.
So any weird ache feeling that can’t be pinpointed? Time off. Throw in my incident on Saturday?
This girl has no desire to get back on the treadmill before she has to.
So I lied yesterday.
Still went to the elliptical for 25 minutes last night. But I didn’t run this morning and opted for more elliptical and cross training in the form of Jillian Michaels dvds. For a girl who enjoys her title of “cardio queen”, you know there’s a little bit of resentment there.
But there’s a slight ache. And there’s no need to push myself right now. Less stress on the legs now means better results in the long run. No pun intended.
A few days of ”low key” won’t kill me. I’m just bitter. And overly dramatic. I realize this. Thanks for not minding too much.
Because really… the last thing I want is to almost possibly fly off the treadmill again. Whether it be from passing out or my leg falling off.
Either/or.
Happy Hump Day, friends!
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Yeah, I don’t think you have much to worry about in terms of losing momentum. Keep up the cardio and you’ll be fine!
Don’t you love how I dole out running advice like some sort of expert? Ha.
Take some time off and enjoy it. Go bake some of those delicious sweets you are so good at making. Take your mind off the treadmill for a bit. I think your body needs a break! Hope you feel better
Hah! Love that cartoon at the end. So true.
Haha, that cartoon – especially at our gym!
The gym floor really is disgusting when you stop to think about it. Same with the mats… and all the equipment really. Take it easy, rest your leg, you’ll be good.
I’m paranoid when it comes to running injuries too. The second my hip starts to ache, its a week off for me. I’d far rather take it easy for a little while and be able to walk when I’m 40 than take any chances.
Hahaha, scabies. Is there any funnier serious disease? Glad you’re taking it easy- I am NOT carrying your purse if you end up on crutches again.
I know you must be antsy without your fave pastime, but you’re right that caution is good in this case. Hope you heal up quickly!
I am happy to hear you are taking it easy on yourself and I hope your leg feels better soon!
I’m sure the super runner in you hates this, but you’re right, in the long run, you’ll be much better off. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you to feel better ASAP!
It’s a cross training challenge of sorts. You know your body and are a good listener. I am hoping for a speedy recovery for you, so you’re back 100%!
And as you reminded me just a few days ago, muscle memory can surprise you. Better to rest up and heal, than to not be able to run at all.
You’ve made the right decision. I’ve gotten wiser in my old age and don’t push myself when something is noticeably off. A few days away from the treadmill will do you a world of good – and keep you off the petri dish that is the gym floor.
I’m totally with you- I hate taking a an unexpected day off- but much better to take it off now than have to take off several days later, right? I’m proud of you for not pushing it chick!
Oh F! I didn’t even ask you about this today. Friend fail. I suck.
If it makes you feel any better, my high ambitions of doing the elliptical last night turned into me falling asleep on the couch again before 5pm. I got a good walk in at 9:30 after waking up. I walked from the couch to the bedroom.
Gym floors really are nasty. I always do my part and wipe everything down when I’m finished but I fear very few people follow that same rule. Take it easy, dear sister wife. You’ll be good as new in no time.
hahah that’s like my greatest fear in life! that and riding the red line by myself lol..you know.
I think it’s a good idea to take some days off of running bc you dont want to create a bigger problem in the long run. When I was running yesterday, I felt a bad spasm in the arch of my foot and I immediately stopped because I dont want to have bigger issues later on.
Rest those stems girl!
I hear ya, there are some aches I take very seriously! This would be one of them. Take care of those legs! I hope you had a goo Wednesday. It’s all down hill from here!
Rest those leggies, friend. You’ll be glad you did! You’ll be back to 100% in no time!
congrats on being smart! Definitely no need to push it and injure yourself completely. hahaha, I love that cartoon. I fell off the treadmill once. it was not enjoyable..
I don’t blame you. Heal up, Catwoman!
Its worth taking a break so you don’t get injured! At least you are still getting some cardio in.
One of my friends/clients swears she got ring worm from the gym floor. Comforting.
Feel better soon, amy!
Definitely rest up…this is advice coming from someone who didn’t and has lived to regret it!
I hope you feel better soon. And Jillian Michaels is fabulous in the interim.
Better to rest up then have to be on crutches again. I’ve never had to do the whole crutches thing but I imagine it would just suck. Plus hello, it’s an excuse! I was supposed to go to spin class last night but am a little afraid it’s going to mess up my already wonky knee. Instead, I went to have pizza and beer. I love justifications