New running shoes can be a blessing or a curse. This morning I'd have to say mine were a curse. They are designed with more cushioning to lessen the pounding in the forefoot, which contributes to shin splints. The shoes also have more arch support. I think this contributed to the pain on the bottom of one of my feet and also my legs. Now I know why some runners (including my husband Imelda) buy three or more pairs of a shoe they like before the company "improves" it with a new version. Once you get used to how a pair of shoes feels, it's hard to adjust to a new pair.
I went to the doctor again yesterday morning. He basically said it's time for PT (his scheduler called it "pain and torture") but I can't get in until July 20th. Turns out there are lots of us injured runners and my doctor is prescribing PT for all of us. Physical therapy will help me with stretching and strengthening the muscles in my lower legs, and hopefully lessen the pain of the shin splints. I am hesitant to be too hopeful about this since what my problem is basically is "hyperpronation" which means that I walk funny. My feet turn in. (Just like a penguin?) I am wondering if I will need to be fitted for orthotics and even if that would be helpful.
I was supposed to run 5 miles today according to my training plan but I could only do 2 miles when the pain just took over. It's a dull pain down the front of my legs now and some still lingers on the insides of my lower legs.
I will not give up but I think I'll rest until Saturday. Not sure if I'll try the new shoes on the 10 miler I'm supposed to do. At least it's not supposed to be hot!
Daily Running Log: 2 miles in new shoes. Had to stop numerous times.
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