The Return of Run Mommy

Well, it is official - I have been given the green light to get back on the training train! I have my brand new orthotics and despite the fact that I still have that sneaky pull in my foot, I am going to give it a go. I plan on being smart about it but I am anxious to get rolling. Thanks for all the great messsages of support...I knew this blog would be a fantastic way to talk to other runners!



With that said, I could use some ideas on races I could do between now and January. I realize many of you are well outside the borders of the Greater Toronto Area but I still welcome some input. I know I need to be aware of my injury but I really want to get a few more races under my belt before the big day.

Here is my training approach until Disney on January 11th, 2009:

• break in my new orthotics
• invest in a few new ice packs
• follow my training plan to the letter
• schedule 10-12 stretch breaks into my day
• exhaust all my health benefits by booking a massage every week
• learn to live with discomfort until January 12th!
• accept that my goal may now be "to finish" instead of 4:30.
• Happily rest on my laurels from January 12th until Feb 12th if necessary!

Thanks again to all for the great messages!