Hi all,
I am so sorry for not having blogged in such a long time and for not showing up for the Saturday run, again. I had great intentions to but my stomach had other plans. I was horribly ill all Friday night and I got up Saturday morning and got dressed but my stomach decided it was not a good idea. After all the fun I had in the woods at Foxbay the last time I just didn't have the guts to chance it. So I went back to bed and felt horrible all day but made it to the meeting and was so glad I went. That really made me excited and nervous, didn't it you guys too? I did 8 miles on Sunday and was planning on doing all 10 but damn it if my feet and/or shoes are not cooperating. I was wearing my brand new super cushy Nikes, and they felt really comfortable except that I could see my right foot pronating and it began to hurt at mile 4 or 5. I toughed it out and finished 8 but my foot was soooooooo sore and I was absolutely frustrated afterwards. I have been having foot problems since the 18 where it felt like I was crushing the outer bones in my foot. After I was only able to do 14 of the 20 I went to Fleet Feet for a shoe change and they gave me these Nikes which were not as structured as the Filas I was wearing, and they felt great and super cushy and did not hurt the one spot on my foot that hurt before, but they are obviously not stable enough to support my other foot that pronates. UGH! I asked the guy if anyone has ever worn 2 different shoes and he laughed at me. So anyway, now I'm in a pair of Sauconys (sp) and I'm anxious to try them out tomorrow. I'm nervous though 'cause I'm running out of time to find the right shoe. This seems crazy that I still have not found the right shoe.
So, I'm anxious for Saturday since I feel like I have not been a very good marathoner for the last couple months. I've not been training during the week well or enough, not blogging and responding to blogs, not eating right, and not hydrating enough which leads to not running very well on Saturdays (duh). Did everyone read Matt's blog? Whoa, that hit home for me. Sometimes I think that I purposefully sabatoge myself. That's insane, I know. I realize though that for whatever reason, I have not done a very good job in my training for Chicago, but it will motivate me to do better next time now that I know what I'm up against and how impossible it is to "just get by." You all need to know though that your encouragement, support and friendship has been the most important and vital part of my training. Really you guys, you all are what has gotten me this far. I PROMISE that I would have dropped out a long time ago if it wasn't for my new MM friends pushing me and encouraging me when times got tough. You all are so dear to me and I can't thank you enough for all that you give. I better stop now before the water in my eyes starts dripping. See you all Saturday!
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I hope these new shoes do the trick. And, hopefully determination despite not fully training for whatever reason or another will get us all through to the end! You're not the only one in the boat of not doing everything right, trust me!
Fila Sanctuary is the stabilizing shoe that works for me...keeps my pronating under control. They are ugly but what I need. Hope you find the right ones by this Saturday so you can break them in. Come carb load with us at Mac Grill Friday night. Just let catseye know. CHeryl
I do hope those shoes work for you! Take it one step at a time on Saturday and try to relax. Start today to get in more training during the week, eat well and rest well - it is getting close, but it's not too late to make those changes. You can do it!
Hang in there, Christa. You're doing great. I may be barking up the wrong tree, but here it goes: This was recommended to me by an adventure runner/seasoned marathoner two years ago, when I was complaining about my feet aching. Check out the site: www.yoursole.com. At the moment, I'm using some moldable insoles that Fleet Feet carry, because of convenience and money. They are cheaper than the Soles brand, but I like the Soles better and will buy some more online when I have the money. Sole are worth the extra ten bucks. I've used the regular (red) cushioned ones and the ultra. The ultra ones were too snug and I had to use thinner socks. My left foot is in bad shape, complete with bunion, calluses, etc.; so moldable insoles are all I use. Try them, you'll like them. Hope this helps.
I worn my new Nike's pn Saturday and only got to mile 8. They rubbed horrible blisters on both heels so I also took them back on Saturday. I usually run in Saconeys and they are much better than Nike's. You will do fine. Join us Saturday and get back in the groove! Suzanne
You will do great, and I look forward to seeing your smiling face Saturday!
Speak da truth,sista!! It's hard to stay motivated every stinkin week!! Just know that from here on till the end, re-commit yourself to give 110% and we will be marathoners!! I went out last night and had a grand time for my b-day. Now, it's time to watch the diet,make the training days, and hydrate. I'm even thinking about getting a tattoo that says "26.2" Crazy huh?? See ya Saturday!!
Hope the new shoes work! I'm so excited we're going to be "roomies"! I really look forward to it!!!
How did your shoes do today on our last long run??!! I'm really thinking about signing up for MS blues! Hope your shoes did better today! Have a good week training, only 3 weeks!!
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