BACKGROUND INFO: Ran 14 miles on seam awhile ago, got blisters underside of foot, ran anyway while trying to avoid landing on blisters. This resulted in overpronation. Kept running anyway.
RESULT: Knee sprain.
TREATMENT:
Did not receive barefoot running lecture from physiotherapist. Suggested arch taping for support until pain resolves . Not supposed to run until pain resolves. I now love sports tape.
LESSON LEARNED:
Never NEVER change your stride especially when running barefoot or in minimalist footwear.
Not all physiotherapists are against barefoot running.
LESSON TO BE DETERMINED:
Maybe I can run a little bit until it completely heals....
Gail
weak 6
2 days ago
Hi Giselle,
ReplyDeleteSlow progression is the key to successful transitioning to barefoot running. Some people take their running shoes in their pack and switch over while doing long runs. Maybe one day we'll see you out at one of our Sunday runs.
Happy Trails!
Gail