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I’m scratching my head looking at my training plan because part of me cannot believe it’s already seven weeks to go and the other part of me is thinking, “Crap. Seven more weeks to go.” I’m definitely equal parts excited and ready to be at the starting line.
My training has been going ok thus far. I’m growing concerned about this heel pain I’ve been having. It didn’t really bother me that much until after last week’s long run. From what I’ve google/Web MD’d, it sounds like the beginnings of the dreaded plantar fascitis. I spoke with my track coach about it and he recommended I do some calf stretching. I do feel that my calves are pretty tight and that’s certainly leading to the heel pain. In addition to stretching, I’ll be icing and taking my NSAIDs. And crossing my fingers of course.
I’m hitting about 40 miles per week (give or take) and while this is less than I’ve previously done for marathons, I don’t quite feel the burning desire to RUN ALL THE MILES. I should hit 50 miles within the next couple of weeks before I begin taper. Going into this marathon I am feeling more relaxed about it and don’t necessarily want the pressure I’ve put on myself in the past. This doesn’t mean I’m not going to shoot for a goal but I also just want to have a good race and put another marathon in the books.
Speaking of goals, since I am only seven weeks out, I think a 3:45 is in my best interest. A 3:45 will get me a PR and I think it’s in line with my current fitness level. I’ve read every training calculator out there and I’ve been getting stronger every week. I’m trying to find that sweet spot of having an attainable goal that isn’t “easy.” If that makes any sense?
So, what’s new with all of you?
I think you are going to kill a 3:45 🙂
Makes absolute sense…and then you can watch yourself crush 3:45!! What kind of shoes do you wear when your not running? I have to be careful sometimes because as a teacher I'm on my feet a lot…in heels some of the time. I find that a few weeks before a race I have to watch what I am wearing on my feet so that I don't have any issues.
I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed for you that it isn't PF! Awesome goal!
Oh the dreaded PF!! I'm just recovering from round 2. Mine was related to shoes and wearing a zero drop too fast. I also wear running shoes almost all the time and avoid flip flops and heels. That helps. Good podiatrist and physical therapist will be your friend!
Good luck with your training!
I definitely think you can do it. Your long runs have been getting so strong, and I think it's in your back pocket. I'm hoping the weather is nice that day, and honestly mostly for your sake!
Oh no, PF! I hope you can kick it to the curb. I think 3:45 is a great goal and I definitely wish you luck reaching it. You can totally do it!
Get that really sexy sock and ice those arches all the time.
3:45 is totally attainable, you've got this Boo!
I'm a total hippie so please bear with me, BUT have you ever tried acupuncture? I started it a year or two ago for shin splints and PF and I kid you not, they are both gone now. I'll admit in the mean time I have lost weight which I think helped the shins but warming up those arches in acupuncture has literally changed my life. In general acupuncture doesn't hurt but the needle for PF in the arch of your foot is a bit unpleasant. But you're a marathoner and triathlete, nothing hurts that bad. Good luck!
My chiropractor in SC fixed Kelley's plantar problems. Might want to give that a shot, you'd be amazed what they can adjust. Good luck! I hope it's not a long term heel pain, you don't want to start ironman training a foot down.
3:45 is yours…make sure to pack the sass.
Keep working your ass off BTW, youre killing your training!
I hope all your prevention work pays off! No PF, PRs only! 🙂
I've fought PF off and on for years. Whenever it flares up, I take bromelain which is a natural anti-inflammatory extracted from pineapple.
I also picked up one of those little Foot Rubz balls. They look like a rubber golf ball with spikes. It's great for massaging the bottom of the foot