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Weekly Run Down for 9.1.24-9.8.24: Down but not out…


When I first started this post, I thought I’d be writing about how I completed  a 14 mile run as per my training plan for the NYC Marathon.

How quickly things changed…

Last Week –

  • Sunday – As usual, I started the day at the gym…

I remember that I recover better from a hard race if I walk the next day.  I had the choice of the treadmill or the gym track.  Neither seemed appealing.

A few walking loops around the high school track was perfect.

Today we celebrated my granddaughter’s first birthday with a party.

she is the cutest … can’t believe it’s been a year!!

I’m not a TV football fan but I am a tennis fan. So far the Americans are doing so well at the US Open.

  • Monday – We left late enough for the lake so I had time to do a short run.

new shoes + new insoles = happy Darlene!

We had a lovely day on the lake…

finished a great book and a beer!! ❤

Then things got ugly…on the way back to the marina, I lost my balance and fell, hitting my head…HARD!

To keep along story short: lots of blood, ambulance, hospital, stitches, concussion, bruised ribs!!

  • Tuesday – I decided obviously to take the rest of the week off from work (even though I was WFH).

Besides my ribs, I felt fine.  I even went to get my COVID & flu shots (zero reaction!!)

Then I walked around the mall to get some exercise.

  • Wednesday – I woke up to black swollen eyes and so I went to Urgent Care. They sent me back to the hospital for a CT scan in case I had a brain bleed.

7 hours later, CT scan was normal!! (Blood from my wound was draining downward and that was normal…) Phew.

  • Thursday – Other than looking like a prize fighter who had lost his match, I felt ok.

I donned some BIG sunglasses, cap and went for a walk.

ribs hurt but it felt great to be outside

Then I went to the movies (theaters are dark. LOL)

Between the Temples

the movie was meh but again it was nice to get out of the house

  • Friday –  Another day off from work… Again I decided to go for a walk…

a beautiful day at the Arboretum

Although my ribs were still very sore, today they didn’t seem to bother me at all when I walked. I even ran a few steps. No pain. So tempting. But I tried to be good.

  • Saturday – Long Run (and brunch) Obviously I couldn’t meet my friends for a long run. Those running the Cape Cod half in a few weeks were running 9 miles and those running the marathon with me even more miles!  The others were walking and then everyone met for brunch and hours of conversation.

These runners have kept going in all times of adversity. I am so grateful to have them in my life.

I was sad to miss today… Hopefully my face will be presentable by next Saturday!

Instead, I walked by myself… for 4 miles!!

Very little discomfort. My ribs hurt a lot more when I would sit or try to sleep than when I walked or run. Yes, I did run on and off just to see if I could.

I promised not to run until the stitches were out. IOW, running was still at 0.0.

  • Sunday – Boating (weather dependent.)

Another walk most likely.  If my face isn’t too scary, I may go to the gym.

This Coming Week on the Run – 

  • Monday – walk, dr’s appt, run?
  • Tuesday – gym, walk
  • Wednesday – run?
  • Thursday – run?
  • Friday- gym, mah jongg
  • Saturday – Long Run (and Brunch)?
  • Sunday – gym, walk

This Coming Week on the Blog – 

  • Tuesday – Run 4 the River Half Marathon Race Recap
  • Friday –  5 Things a runner should never do

Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this fall?  How did you spend your Labor Day? Any advice for me as I try to play catch up in my marathon training? Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

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28 thoughts on “Weekly Run Down for 9.1.24-9.8.24: Down but not out…”

  5. Oh my gosh! I’m so sorry! I’m glad you’re going to be OK, but being battered and bruised is no fun.

    When I fractured my rib a few years ago, the Dr said the biggest danger was falling again before they had fully healed, so I ran on the tread where I was less likely to trip. But you need to wait for those stitches to come out!

    Happy Birthday to your granddaughter!

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  7. Ugh, this is terrible!!!!!!! But- glad you’re okay. It could have been so much worse. It sounds like you’re itching to get running again- I hope those stitches come out soon.

    On another note- yes, Heather is so, SO CUTE! And she’s a year old! Soon she’ll be a toddler.

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  8. Oh my goodness – I’m so sorry about the fall and hitting your head – and having to take the ambulance! Oh my goodness. I hope you’re feeling better soon. I’ve definitely fallen while running – I usually take one good spill a year – but nothing like what you had. On a happy note – happy birthday to your granddaughter!! She’s adorable!

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  9. Oh, Darlene, I am so sorry! That fall sounds frightening, especially with all the injuries it left you with. I know how painful bruised ribs are (unfortunately). Sending you all kinds of healing vibes…please take care!

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  10. Sorry to hear about all this – so scary. I hope your recovery goes well. When I broke my ribs they were ones that got bothered when I swung my arms so I couldn’t run for a bit. Do make sure you take some deep breaths every hour even if it hurts, otherwise they can get clogged up and risk infection (NHS advice on their website so I’m sure Mayo Clinic etc have similar).

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