After my tumble down the staircase last week, I knew it would be somewhat difficult to keep up with my plan of action. But I was really hoping I would be better in a few weeks and continue with my plan to train for the 10 - k. After a few sleepless nights and unbearable pain, I finally went to the doctors this Saturday. Thank goodness nothing was broken but running is definitely ruled out for a while (the doctor laughed at me when I asked if I could start running anytime soon!). It will take about 8-10 weeks for my back to recover, so I have decided to focus on that recovery for my intervention. I am really disappointed that I have to postpone the 10k since this is something that I've always wanted to do.....maybe next year!
New Goal and Plan of Action
My goal is to rehabilitate and strengthen my lower back. By then end of the semester, I would like to be able to exercise without pain. I want to start with 30 min sessions 3 times a week. I m sure how much I can handle right now, so I think that will be a good starting point.
Week 3-10:
During these weeks, I will focus on stretching exercises for my lower back and core. I will slowly incorporate light weights into my work out.
Week 11-16
My activities during these weeks will depend on my progress during week 3-10.
Here I go !!!
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I hope you get/feel better fast! Maybe you can set a goal of being able to go back to the Parisi Speed School by the end of the semester. (although that might cause more pain, so maybe not)
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