Short and simple is fine with me when it = the most painfree running I've had in ~2years. The time off running I have had with the ruptured Baker's Cyst combined with the (temporary) orthotics I am trialling have definitely made a positive difference. I'm cautiously VERY happy about all of that :)
But .... the BIG "note to self" is - "Don't get ambitious. Don't get complacent. Short and simple running with less pain does not mean running longer and/or more complex (ie, harder, hillier etc) will be the same. In other words, keep it in perspective; keep it short and simple; at least for now".
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That's great news!
I'll be sure to remind you about the BIG NOTE. Are you running daily? I've become a fan of similar length daily runs as a way to monitor day to day recovery. Have done a couple of longer runs recently though as prep for City to Surf.
Hi Ewen. No, not running daily for two reasons - (1) to keep myself in line with that "note to self" and (2) because I am not only really enjoying my gym sessions but I'm also positive that they are helping my running be less painful and so I think I should stick with them.
Good reasons Liz.
Hey, I've just found these - might try a pair in my poorly cushioned Virratas - http://www.superfeet.com.au/
Also, bought some Hoka One One Bondis today!
The whole insoles-orthotics continuum is all new to me. I'm very pleased with my new (temporary) running orthotics. I hope the ones that are moulded to my feet and specifically built for me are even better :) Interestingly, the new (temporary) ones I have for my every day shoes are nowhere near as comfortable.
I'll be interested to hear your verdict on the Bondis. I love my Hoka trail shoes but have been disappointed with my Bondis. They are the same size etc but are wider and they run sloppy on my narrow feet :(
Love them - made concrete feel like soft dirt on yesterday's run. I have wide feet, so good for me (could be wider to be perfect). Like that Bondis are the lightest of the Hokas.
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