6.03 miles, 46:59, 7:47/mi pace
I haven’t run for some time because of some problems with my feet which became annoying enough when I wasn’t running to seek out a new orthopedist. The last ortho told me that my running career was over and that I had impact arthritis. It was high time I found someone who understood runners. I hardly think I have the feet or body for that matter of someone at the end of their running days. Fortunately, I read an article in the latest issue of Runner’s World that contained a quote from a local sports orthopedist, Dr. Stephen Pribut. I was able to make an appointment via email and had a diagnosis and possible solution the next day.
Turns out I have some bones in the bottom of both feet around the inside curve of the ball of the foot. I’ll need orthotics to relieve the everyday pressure of walking around to allow the bones to heal. Dr. Pribut took a cast of each foot last week and I should have the orthotics in four weeks. I probably shouldn’t be running until then but, I was going a bit stir crazy and the cold weather finally relented a bit this weekend so out I went. The pads in my running shoes do help but, I did over due it a bit today.
I’ve learned that riding the bike isn’t quite the same as running. I’ve been on the bike at least every other day for 20+ minutes but, it just doesn’t get my heart rate up enough I guess. I felt winded while running today. I’ve been looking into ways to generate power while riding the bike. Maybe if the lights flicker when I slow down I’ll be compelled to keep up!