Somethings get better, somethings make an unexpected, and sharp, decline
The title this week is in reference to an incredibly inconvenient turn in the health of my right foot.
Monday, I was out jogging at noon and noticed a considerable amount of pain in my right knee. The pain has changed a little bit. It's below the knee cap and "shooting" down my shin. I also noticed some pain flaring up in my left knee.
I made an effort to change my foot strike and noticed the pain receding. It's time to change somethings. First off the shoes - they're pretty old. Second? Focus on changing how my foot strikes the ground. No more heel-to-toe.
Tuesday, I was out running in some newer shoes. I'm not a fan of these shoes...which is why they've been shelved for emergencies only. The shoes are bulky and designed more for comfort than physical endeavors at speeds higher than a walking pace. Fortunately, the modifications worked and I completed about 4 miles without any show-stopping annoyances or pain.
I got home from trivia at the Biergarten Haus and was treated to a light bit of pain in the nail bed of my right big toe.
I got up this morning and the nail bed was inflamed. It looks like it could be infected. It hurts to walk and I'm now gimping around DC.
Using a knife and a nail cleaning implement, I investigated the inflamed area and wasn't able to figure out what happened. It's probably a sliver or a piece of broken nail that wedged itself into a nice little space I can't get to with my tools.
I've improvised a bandage by dowsing a piece of toilet paper in alcohol and binding that paper to my toe with athletic tape. I'm hoping it'll do the trick until I get home tonight. I'll probably pick up some peroxide and more alcohol, dump them into a bucket, and soak my foot.
My major concern is the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) Livestrong Philly ride this weekend. I'll be cycling 100 miles for cancer research awareness and I need that foot in top form (or semi-top form) before I rock the distance.
On another note, one my soldiers from my OIF tour is in town for training. I'll be chilling with him tonight at a local micro pub and we might catch the Expendables with my roomie.
Swim Training
Understandably, training has been really light this week. Last week was also light on account of my legs. Tomorrow the plan is to knock out a mile swim and a HIT training session.
I've been eating/drinking off my diet a lot lately. Monday, I'll be adjusting back to my plan.
Nerd Nite
I'll be meeting up with another friend for dinner, and Friday the plan is to pick up my road bike for the LAF ride and kick it with some friends at the DC Nerd Nite over at Rock-n-Roll Hotel.
The name 'Nerd Night' isn't selling me, but it's the start of Beer Week in DC and the theme will be the history of beer making in America. Sounds cool.
It should be a great way to wrap up the week. Saturday, it's off to Philly for an evening of pre-ride excitement!
Monday, I was out jogging at noon and noticed a considerable amount of pain in my right knee. The pain has changed a little bit. It's below the knee cap and "shooting" down my shin. I also noticed some pain flaring up in my left knee.
I made an effort to change my foot strike and noticed the pain receding. It's time to change somethings. First off the shoes - they're pretty old. Second? Focus on changing how my foot strikes the ground. No more heel-to-toe.
Tuesday, I was out running in some newer shoes. I'm not a fan of these shoes...which is why they've been shelved for emergencies only. The shoes are bulky and designed more for comfort than physical endeavors at speeds higher than a walking pace. Fortunately, the modifications worked and I completed about 4 miles without any show-stopping annoyances or pain.
I got home from trivia at the Biergarten Haus and was treated to a light bit of pain in the nail bed of my right big toe.
I got up this morning and the nail bed was inflamed. It looks like it could be infected. It hurts to walk and I'm now gimping around DC.
Using a knife and a nail cleaning implement, I investigated the inflamed area and wasn't able to figure out what happened. It's probably a sliver or a piece of broken nail that wedged itself into a nice little space I can't get to with my tools.
I've improvised a bandage by dowsing a piece of toilet paper in alcohol and binding that paper to my toe with athletic tape. I'm hoping it'll do the trick until I get home tonight. I'll probably pick up some peroxide and more alcohol, dump them into a bucket, and soak my foot.
My major concern is the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) Livestrong Philly ride this weekend. I'll be cycling 100 miles for cancer research awareness and I need that foot in top form (or semi-top form) before I rock the distance.
On another note, one my soldiers from my OIF tour is in town for training. I'll be chilling with him tonight at a local micro pub and we might catch the Expendables with my roomie.
Swim Training
Understandably, training has been really light this week. Last week was also light on account of my legs. Tomorrow the plan is to knock out a mile swim and a HIT training session.
I've been eating/drinking off my diet a lot lately. Monday, I'll be adjusting back to my plan.
Nerd Nite
I'll be meeting up with another friend for dinner, and Friday the plan is to pick up my road bike for the LAF ride and kick it with some friends at the DC Nerd Nite over at Rock-n-Roll Hotel.
The name 'Nerd Night' isn't selling me, but it's the start of Beer Week in DC and the theme will be the history of beer making in America. Sounds cool.
It should be a great way to wrap up the week. Saturday, it's off to Philly for an evening of pre-ride excitement!
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