A Pain in the Foot

The past few weeks of my half-marathon training have been pretty steady which I owe in part to my co-worker, Kendra, who has joined me on my weekday runs. It's amazing to me how despite the fact that we don't talk much out there, it is so much more enjoyable having someone out there running next to me. Of course when Kendra's not available, Darcy is aways up for the task!



"How fast do we get to go today?"

Last Thursday I wanted to really push myself and try to run a super-speedy two miles - which I did - but I have a sneaking suspicion it is to blame for the ache in my left arch that I've been plagued with ever since. I have tried to rest it and ice it but it just keeps nagging at me. I'm frustrated to say the least and I might have even shed some tears over it this morning. I decided that in an effort to salvage my race coming up on the 13th I would go to my favorite local running store, Fleet Feet, and see about some insoles to relieve some of the pressure I've obviously put on my tendons.

As always, the staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the products the store carried. After trying out a few different types, I settled on the SuperFeet Green insoles because they seemed to feel the best in terms of supporting the arch of my foot. What a difference! Per the advice of the salesperson, I'll gradually ease into wearing the insole over the next few days and I've got the green light (no pun intended) to wear them for the half. Tomorrow I'm going to test them out on a short two-miler with Sam and Kendra after work. Cross your fingers!