tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6324653570849728789.post7375248671787517174..comments2024-02-13T03:26:14.903-05:00Comments on The Rendezvoo Point: the inevitable bad workoutPatrick Voohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10976504483436017793noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6324653570849728789.post-80191356685005130402013-08-23T13:29:14.826-04:002013-08-23T13:29:14.826-04:00sherri - so great to hear from you! i still credi...sherri - so great to hear from you! i still credit you with connecting me with my coach ...!<br /><br />thanks for sharing your story. while i'm sorry to hear that that stumble really took a toll on you, i'm certainly glad that it hasn't turned out any worse than it did. i'm hopeful that your knees were just banged up a bit, and that once some bruising and/or swelling diminishes you'll be able to get out there again unhindered.<br /><br />there's definitely a fine line between 'commitment' and 'recklessness' that some runners (yours truly included) walk on a regular basis. my 'favourite chiropractor' has often told me that pain is your body trying to fool you into quitting, and often i have proven that to be true. but like everything, it's a principle that has its limits.<br /><br />i appreciate all of your support, and please know that i am rooting for you as well! i would love to be there on that day that you run your 5k!Patrick Voohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10976504483436017793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6324653570849728789.post-44177640501539442892013-08-23T11:42:39.084-04:002013-08-23T11:42:39.084-04:00i went out Monday morning for a run, feeling tired...i went out Monday morning for a run, feeling tired, too much on my mind and with stiff sore knees as well. i had decided to push through it since i usually feel better after a run. about one km from home i stumbled and fell, coming down hard on my knees, putting my hands down, i willed myself to stand up but felt that i was going to fall on my head (i was going downhill) so i arched my back and rolled to the left to save my noggin. end result: two banged up somewhat swollen knees,bruised left shoulder. scraped up my ear and the left side of my face and banged my chin really hard on the pavement. a really nice lady that saw everything happen stopped and would not accept my embarrassed assertion that i was alright and took me home.<br />a trip one day later to my favourite chiropractor took care of the dizziness that i was experiencing, my face is almost healed but the knees are taking longer. <br />in conclusion i should have listened to my body and rested that day. i realize that it could have been much worse, i feel very blessed and cared for, He is always looking out for me. <br />i really admire you, stan, rick and all the other runners that i read about for your constant dedication to the sport. running has taught me so much about life and myself and i have had some incredible conversations with god. good days, bad days but i count them all as good times! <br />at this point i am running only for fun and fitness, although i do feel pulled to run a 5k, then maybe a 10 k... i wish you all the best in all your endeavours , don't be afraid to take a rest when you need it :) i run 4:28 in my dreams only, you are doing great! i am cheering for you as i am sure are a lot of other people. <br /> Sherri Hughesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6324653570849728789.post-55152812268250447802013-08-23T10:32:06.366-04:002013-08-23T10:32:06.366-04:00thanks stan! i do feel blessed with some decent r...thanks stan! i do feel blessed with some decent resiliency, as i've not really experienced a training-derailing injury to date. <br /><br />and as you're an athlete that i greatly admire and respect, i appreciate your encouragement about yesterday's run. i'm still fairly confident that i'm building a strong case for a BQ in erie!Patrick Voohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10976504483436017793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6324653570849728789.post-2611641679217519452013-08-22T13:23:06.017-04:002013-08-22T13:23:06.017-04:00whew...I was preparing for the worst as I read you...whew...I was preparing for the worst as I read your post but am very very glad to know that you're not injured.<br /><br />yep bad workouts happen...and it seems like it's almost once every 3 to 4 weeks for me. <br /><br />Also, good on you to not squeeze in an extra run. Get a bit of rest and come back stronger next time. <br /><br />BTW, you do realize that 10km at 4:28 on a very humid day is very strong right?Stan (9run.ca)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04402684732258438419noreply@blogger.com