So today marks the 5th day of no running for me.  I knew it was coming.  A too-sudden increase in mileage and BOOM...the old knee injury, which hasn't flared up in years, knocked me for a loop.  When I try to run, it kind of collapses on me and I have tinglies running down the back of my leg behind the knee.  I can deal with the temporary "off road" experience, but it's like a good friend has left town and I'm just waiting, waiting for her return.  

The first time I injured my knee I had panic attacks because I didn't know if I'd be able to run again.  Now, I'm older and a bit wiser. Everybody's different, but I have confidence that if I just stay off of it for several days it will be fine.  I am trying to see this as a gift - a chance to sleep later for a change and take (gentle) walks with my dog Annie.

This time also makes me realize the gift that running is for me and the amazing ways in which running feeds me.  I feel like something's missing and I'm not quite myself.  Lesson learned.

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Tags: injury, knee injury

Ouch, take care of that and see you back out on the road! Posted by: KDface on Jul 30, 2008 at 04:03 PM

I feel pretty lucky, to date, I have no injuries. Crossing fingers. Speedy recovery to ya. Posted by: Sarah on Jul 30, 2008 at 03:03 PM

I can relate to your feelings Posted by: avidrunner on Jul 30, 2008 at 01:33 PM

So true B...a gift. I too would become incredibly anxious when my knee 'slipped'...your description of it collapsing was right on the money. Now, yes, time heals and you remember why you run. Best wishes in your recovery. Posted by: Betty on Jul 30, 2008 at 09:27 AM