So for the last 5 weeks or so, I've been sporting this lovely boot. Yes, I even took this boot to Mexico. I wore it while walking around, when going out to dinner and even while watching Ironman Cozumel.
I've come to like the boot, however, I've found it's not very winter-friendly. I've been sporting 2 pairs of socks every day now, particularly since we've had snow. See, it's open in the front and the snow gets all up on my toes. I already have a problem keeping my fingers and toes warm, this is like a double-whammy!
The good news is that I swam today and actually did my flip turns with BOTH feet and - HOLY COW - it did not hurt! :) I mean, I kept waiting for that little twinge, that little pang of pain I've been feeling for the last 6 months any time I put any pressure on that big toe...I got nuthin'. And I couldn't be happier.
Yes, I've still got another week and a half in the boot and another 2 weeks of physical therapy, but I'm well on my way. When I start running again, it will be a run to walk or one of those Couch to 5K type plans, but it will come back.
I've missed you, running friends...I have about 4 pairs of BRAND NEW running shoes in my closet just calling me to wear them. I am well rested and ready to go! Yes, I will be hitting it hard in 2011.
8 comments:
YEAH YOU WILL!!! Once again, it was SO AWESOME to see you in Iron Coz - I totally forgot to give you props on my blog, but I will at some point!! :)
GO GET EM!!
Congrats! That is excellent news!
One question: Is that boot tough to swim in? (-;
What did you do to your toe? I feel your pain sista - I'm having knee surgery at the end of the month from a freak fall that damaged cartilage under my kneecap (6 months ago). I have been a crazy bitch not being able to bike or run! Hope both of us are healthy in April so we can have some fun in CA!
Great news you're almost boot-free!! You will be back full strength in no time!
Sounds like you are making good progress... and yay for the swim! :) I think you'll be back in no time!
Awesome news! Congrats on your progress.
Great to hear! Hope the running is still going well.
Wow---you have such patience and diligence to become "one with the boot"...good on you!!
I know that feeling once you've been injured to try something out, expecting that same pain/twinge and when it isn't there you're like "holy shit, this therapy (boot) is working!" =0
Thrilled for you that you are on your way to recovery!!!
Aww, so awesome about the new running shoes! You'll be at it in no time!
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