First, I would like to share some advice. It is in the form of the Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich. It's amazing. I've been eating them for a few weeks now, and they are the answer to all my prayers, of which there are admittedly few. However, if you look at the Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich it's pretty damn good runner's food. 1) Whole grain bread- carbs, whole grains, all good. 2) Peanut Butter - good source of protein and some unsaturated fats-- I buy an organic one here consisting of only Peanuts and salt. 3) Bananas-- Excellent source of potassium. It's got everything a runner needs.
On running days it tides me over for quite some time, and on non-running days it takes me well into the afternoon. Great food.
Second. I need some advice. I've been suffering from a little bit of runner's knee. My right knee has been a little problematic for about two weeks now. It's getting a little worse. I've iced it tonight (which isn't easy given the German aversion to refrigeration) and will take Ibuprofen for the next few days. However, I'm hoping I can get some advice from the other runners.
I have a run scheduled on thursday. It's a 6 mile tempo run. Should I do it? Or should I get some rest and a little more ice?
P.S. in true DrunkRunner form. I've had a couple glasses of wine and just managed to post this message to the wrong blog. Oops.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Advice. Given and Wanted
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I always crave for a bagel with peanut butter after my long run. It is a habit forming for me.
It sounds like you are having some kind of tendon issues related to your knee. You did the right thing by using ice. If this continues for awhile, see a specialist. Another option is to stretch.
I agree wtih Ted, stretching is key. But you know that. :) I would try and at least log the miles and not worry about the tempo aspect of the run. Why are you working on speed now anyway? I thought you wanted to create a base before you started training...Speed will come when you are able to run lots and lots without worrying about your knee! :)
In short: Try and log the miles, but take it nice and easy.
I agree with Dr.Dee and Ted, aspecially Dr. Dee. Lay off the speed work all together and just log miles for now. Get the a good base and start the marathon training program. My advice then is to not start speed work until after month 1.Also take a look at the where on your shoes and let me know what it looks like.When you are home I will introduce you to the TP message system and no it's not hardened toilet paper. It's not cheap but very affective. SORRY Here I am selling again. I also wanted to tell you NB has come out with a Chi running shoe. Very comfortable, I where them as my slippers for now.
I mean wear not where but you new that.
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