Running with the reindeer...December runs!

[yellow]

If it is the labrum, I may never run a marathon---ever.

FWIW, I have a torn labrum with pincer impingement and a retroverted hip. I'm still running pretty long distances. I might eventually have to give it up, but am managing. Once I got the initial inflammation mellowed out, it became more tolerable. It can really hurt sometimes, but now I know what to do to bring it back down to earth.

I was offered surgery but politely refused. I know a couple of other very talented runners who also have a torn labrum; there are a lot of people out there walking around with soft tissue damage to the labrum. So if that is the problem, know that it can be workable. If it were me and that was the diagnosis (torn labrum and FAI and no running long distances, possibly ever), I'd get another opinion.

All that said, hopefully it is something minor that you can tackle in the next few weeks before your marathon!

[Bike Chick]

FWIW, I have a torn labrum with pincer impingement and a retroverted hip. I'm still running pretty long distances. I might eventually have to give it up, but am managing. Once I got the initial inflammation mellowed out, it became more tolerable. It can really hurt sometimes, but now I know what to do to bring it back down to earth.

I was offered surgery but politely refused. I know a couple of other very talented runners who also have a torn labrum; there are a lot of people out there walking around with soft tissue damage to the labrum. So if that is the problem, know that it can be workable. If it were me and that was the diagnosis (torn labrum and FAI and no running long distances, possibly ever), I'd get another opinion.

All that said, hopefully it is something minor that you can tackle in the next few weeks before your marathon!

Oh, Yellow, this is so promising. Thank you for your input. It means a lot to hear this. I'm staying positive and thinking that it's not worst case scenario and will see how Monday's session goes. I may just go to my doc on Monday and ask if I can have the MRI just to rule it out. Then if it's not, I'm running on it and doing the marathon regardless. When I met the PT yesterday for my initial consult his first statement to me was, "so you are trying to run a marathon in 3 weeks." My response was, "No, I AM running a marathon in 3 weeks and you are going to help me accomplish that." I didn't mean to be so stubborn but I wanted him to know how determined I was.

[7rider]

Oh, that's a bummer, BikeChick. I hope the PT gets you right. I was just reading about torn hip labrums (labri?) and hip arthroscopy. I was talking to a woman last night who was right hooked while on her bike and tore her hip labrum in the crash. She is only now starting to run again (something like 8 months I think?) but can't ride a bike. Every one is different, I guess. Good luck.

HillSlugger and I (and nearly 3,000 others) did the Celtic Solstice 5-mile run today in Baltimore, MD. I took 2 minutes off my chip time vs. last year's run, so I was pretty happy. 52:36 was my time, or 10:29 pace. That's pretty good for me. Next year, I hope to break 50 minutes.

Here we are at the start, wearing our ugly Christmas vests (and me with a jingle bell) for the occasion. (me on the left) I got a TON of comments on the vest!

[Selkie]

Seven---That's great!!! Brian and I might have to put that race on our calendar next year. We both love Baltimore.

Do you have any races on your schedule for early 2012? I am hoping to do a 10K in the first quarter.

[Bike Chick]

Do you have any races on your schedule for early 2012? I am hoping to do a 10K in the first quarter.

Disney Marathon, January 8; Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon, February 11; Memphis in May Olympic triathlon, May 20 and MAYBE the Cutting Edge Half Classic Half Ironman in June. Maybe. It's my goal and I'm starting the training for it next week if the PT lets me run.

[7rider]

Seven---That's great!!! Brian and I might have to put that race on our calendar next year. We both love Baltimore.

Do you have any races on your schedule for early 2012? I am hoping to do a 10K in the first quarter.

Never got to reply to this....
Thanks! You should...it's a fun event, if a bit crowded (3,000 is the cap).
Nothing early scheduled. Maybe start the season with the Hagerstown Du on April 21. I'd then like to do the Ft. Ritchie Oly Du on May 12. That would be primarily training for the Blackwater Du on June 3. Both events mean I have to get serious about running distances greater than 5 miles. And soon. I basically have to be up to a half marathon distance by May. For me, the world's suckiest runner. Is that even possible?

Well...we can all have our dreams, right?

[Veronica]

For me, the world's suckiest runner. Is that even possible?

Well...we can all have our dreams, right?

Hey, you can't take my title away from me.

I'm beginning to accept that I may never run as fast as I would like. I really am not built for running speed. I suspect 7 minute miles will never be in my future. Maybe someday I'll be able to do one that fast!

But over the past year, with consistent running and a bit of a training plan, I've seen a lot of progress. More importantly, I kind of enjoy it now.

Just keep it fun 7 and keep doing the best that you can. And remember not every day is going to be a PR. Some days, I'm a full minute or more off from my fastest pace.

Veronica

[katluvr]

I haven't been on line in a few day so it was interesting to read all the posts...and very timely after my 12 mile "slog" today. Sorry about everyone's injuries. Last year training for Pikes Peak Ascent my goal was not to get injured and to no hate running. I managed that. Of course I have tweaks of ITB pain, some plantar fasceitis (sp?) and that stuff, but no real injuries or pain that prevent me from running. I don't think getting injured running is pathetic no matter the distance or what. I think some if how we are physically built or running still or just bad luck. I consider myself fortunate. As for distance and speed. I normally am meant for endurance/distance because I am SLOW. Definitely a turtle. However I really would love to get closer to a 2 hour 1/2 marathon. That means more like a 9 min mile. So today I was to run LR pace then mid mileage at race pace...so like 9 min miles...it was NOT possible. Of course I have to gotten in my weekly mileage or speed work and it showed today. I managed an 11 min mile pace over all for 12 miles. True it was a bit warm for this time of the year, mid 70's, but still I should of been faster. But I had lots of opportunities to turn around and cut the run short but decided 12 slow, not so much fun miles, was better than not doing the miles.
Normally I feel like I am venting or whining here about being slow and not improving and I get lots of inspiration and pep talks...now it is is my turn to give it back.
TE ladies are my inspirations, my drive to continue, often you help me set my goals. Getting injured sucks. Sorry. I could not imagine not being able to continue training for a set race. For others that are just trying to get miles up...good of you. We all started there. At least all of us are trying and giving it our best shot (or trying to at least).
Hugs and best wishes for healed runners here on TE!
K