running machine

bruising and swelling with visble operating scars, originally uploaded by ultraBobban.

After a couple of months of being on crutches, I decided to change crutchathon Janathon and go to the gym more something a bit tougher. I ditched one crutch and bravely went for a short cycle on the bike and then some mat work......only then did I get onto a running machine, yes, a running machine and had a limp-walk that turned into a walk for 25 mins on 4.5km/h on 2.5 gradient! Then it started hurting so I went to use some resistance machines. LIBERATION!!!!!

burned out

burned out moped, originally uploaded by ludwig van standard lamp.

I had to take the day off work. Crashed and burned. Being at work for up to 11 hours plus travel each day this week has taken its toll. I had to take the day off due to a really swollen leg. The break is healing, but the associated oedema is annoying. I need to slow down as I risk a blood clot. Plenty of painkillers and lots of sleep until lunchtime.

I tried to exercise later on, I did some crutching as we were low on fridge provisions. Afterwards I attempted a swim at the gym, which perked me up in the late afternoon and by which time, the leg was recovered, however I had just got in the pool when it was announced there was a kids swimming hour. Jacuzzi and sauna and home......happy daze!

Got a cold

Nose with the wind (- 25 c ), originally uploaded by LeFÏon.

I am desperately trying to remain on the positive side. I didn't want to go to the gym, but I did, I didn't want to swim, but I did. 1.2km so shorter than usual but I sat in the sauna for over half an hour. That said I have done over 2 miles on the crutches today and had a great day at work. I thought it would be hell but I am really enjoying it. Worse things happen at sea. Now I am getting itchy feet about running. I want to be doing stuff. Everyone thinks I am mad to be doing what I am doing......but it feels right and that's alright by me!

Physiotherapy

after running, a stretch, originally uploaded by ultraBobban.

Stretch, ice, raise, chill and stretch are my orders. I had a session this morning at Dulwich Hospital (King's College Physiotherapy) and am going to be going every week for a while. Lots of conversation on the oedema and limitations of movement owing to the metalwork and scar tissue. Very informative.

Onto other matters Janathon and a good quality 2 miles today. I feel crutched off my feet. Can't wait to slip off the aircast and sink into a nice hot bath, followed by a bowl of greek yoghurt, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and honey washed down with a beer (non-alcoholic of course!)

Cake Expectations!

Stuff your faces, originally uploaded by ultraBobban.

Bank of England XC on Saturday, scones on sunday and South London Mess tonight. Worried? No. After about 2 miles on crutches and 1.6km swim follwoed by a nice sauna and jacuzzi, I am not fussed, just sated.

Bank of England XC race report and cakes

Dave and Tom L, originally uploaded by ultraBobban.

Last year I ran from Forest Hill to Richmond and then raced around the park in the annual Bank of England XC race. This year I was snapping our runners from Dulwich.

A good turnout from our club as Tom W came in 7th, but most others enjoyed themselves on the way round in the knowledge that tea and scones, muffins and sandwiches coffee would warm even the coldest of fingers and bellies.

Great to see Taigh in the XC pram in his first race as a professional junior!!

I managed 1.45 miles on crutches and a well deserved scone, jam and cream.