This week went by in a blur! The highlight of the week was getting a cortisone shot and feeling hopeful after some pain-free running. Here’s how the week went down.
Last glimpse of the Harvest Moon on the first day of Fall.
Weekly Run Down — Week 38
Monday — Cortisone shot! I had a crazy early conference call so that combined with another poor night of sleeping, and back-to-back meetings had me missing my first #nevermissamonday in a long time.
Tuesday — Upper Body Strength, Core, 1-mile walk & Stretch. I was advised by the doc who administered my shot to not run until Wednesday. The hip area was still feeling pretty aggravated, so an upper body workout seemed to be the right call.
Wednesday — 3.1-mile run, Core & Stretch. The first day of Fall, though Mother Nature seems to have not gotten the memo as the temps were up and the humidity was off the charts. Despite the weather, the run felt light and easy – something I’ve not been able to say for a while.
Thursday — 1-mile walk & Yoga for Hips.
Friday — Peloton ride, Upper Body Strength, Core & Stretch. I took my first ride with Leanne and loved her energy and the Ed Sheeran playlist. I usually don’t repeat rides, but I could really see doing this one again.
Saturday — 3.5-mile run, Core & Stretch. I so wanted to run further, but my ortho wants me to keep the runs short and sweet for now. It was another pain-free run, though I could definitely feel that I should keep hills to a minimum. I also got a chance to try out the new gear I’d won in Erica’s giveaway from Arcteryx – love both the tank and shorts!
Sunday — Peloton ride, Hip mobility work & Stretch.
The cortisone shot has definitely given me hope for more pain-free days ahead. Consistency with my hip mobility work, strength training, and stretching will be the key. I have the Ocean Road 10K next Sunday so this upcoming week will be about striking a balance to not over-tax my hip.
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How was your week? Does it feel like fall where you are?
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I’m so glad the shot appears to have been successful! I didn’t realize how quickly you could run after too, that’s awesome. Fingers crossed for continued improvement!
Thank you Jessie!
That’s fantastic news about the cortisone shot! Happy to hear that you enjoyed a lot of pain-free running this week.
Thanks Kim – it’s been such a relief to move with less pain!
Glad to hear that you’re still feeling good after your injection! That’s a great sign. Hoping for better runs to come ahead!
I love that Arcteryx gear!
Thanks Wendy 🙂
Isn’t the Arcteryx gear great?! I now want to check out the store they have in Boston.
Glad the shot seemed to help and that you’ve been feeling good! Great job this week!
Thanks Lisa!
I am so glad to read that your cortisone shot helped so much! Wishing you much pain free running
Thanks Deborah – I really appreciate the good wishes!
I’m so happy the shot worked its magic for you!! As for Fall…Momma N was apparently pretty confused this week. She dumped “late Fall” weather on us a day early, then brought back Summer this weekend LOL I hope your 10K goes well next weekend.
As I have so often said, I really need Mother Nature to pick a lane LOL 😉
Yay! That’s great news. I’m hoping to get some shots of hope myself (depending on what comes up on my MRI.) Exciting that you’re feeling good and have a race coming up! Hope you get in some good runs this week in beautiful weather.
I really hope you get some answers…and some relief soon!!
I’m so glad the cortisone shot helped! I’m also being cautious about hills, which is hard around my neighborhood! Here’s to more pain-free runs!
I have the same challenges with my neighborhood. I’ve been debating whether to drive to other parts of town that are flatter, but you can’t beat just stepping out your front door and just running.
I’m glad to hear the shot is working its magic and running is feeling good! All the best with your 10k. How great to win some fun gear!
Thanks Marcia – keeping my fingers crossed that I’m turning a corner.
So happy to hear that the shot worked. I had gotten one in my foot and it did nada.
Congrats on you new gear and your virtual 10k. Hope you can run it live next year.
Thanks Darlene – I’d love to support them with a live race next year!
It’s interesting that the cortisone didn’t work for you – I’ve had several friends who had the same issue. Wonder why it works for some and not others.
Well, for the moment it’s definitely fall, but my long run last week was warm and VERY humid!
There is nothing better than a pain free run! May they continue for your, Michelle.
Thanks so much Judy!
Yay for the cortisone shot working some magic for you! I’m so happy.
The mornings feel like fall, but it heats up fast. Even a dip in humidity would be nice.
I’m thankful for a little magic 🙂
Yay for getting your cortisone shot! I hope it gives you the long-term relief you’re seeking!
Our weather finally turned decent on Friday and has been really nice (i.e. low humidity) ever since!
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Thank you Deb! Enjoy that fall weather!