Can you hurt it? Yes, I can!

Well, this morning marked the end of the lull; it was back and at it for training for the Los Angeles Marathon. I had 30 minutes to do to match the LA Roadrunners' schedule.`

It was actually hard to get up and going. I just felt a bit drained; it has not been good week, despite having a bit more rest due to the cutback week. Nevertheless, I made it outside and at least was greeted by a clear star-filled sky, which definitely helped.

I decided to experiment a little, not wearing the sleeve for my right knee.

I headed out and realized pretty soon that was a mistake. It is getting better overall; but, it was having a bad day this morning.

Also, I soon realized I had pain at the bottom of my right foot. I think I somehow pulled a muscle or something along the outer edge of the arch. I did not even know it was possible! I have found that my stride, particularly for my right leg, has changed with my knee injury and it has caused some subsequent issues. Still, I felt like some sort of pain-loving Bob the Builder: Can you hurt it? YES I CAN!

Early on I was doing well; but, soon, it was becoming an issue and I decided to reduce my speed to try and be better prepared for Saturday. Ah, the sweet concept of opportunity cost from economics classes comes to life!

So, it was a bit of a disappointing run. My calves and quads were good though; so, that was a positive. Also, I was still a lot faster than the aerobic running phase; so, that is a second positive. (I am reaching .... but, I really need all the positives I can get these days!!!!!).

30:14 of running
11:20 pace (doh)
2.67 miles