Oak, it sure sounds like you're making excellent progress. Nine miles is awesome! I'm so thrilled for you that you're feeling better!
I know speed is relative and that I'm not sure my left hamstring will tolerate a true sprint, but when you say "sprint" for your speed intervals, how fast are we talking here?
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
--Mary Anne Radmacher