I've had success with a similar approach, 2 weeks of gradual decrease in mileage, with the last few days being very light. It's a good balance of rest and keeping the legs loose.
I had a similar experience with Achilles tendinitis a few years back. What worked for me was a combination of rest, icing, and compression. I also made sure to incorporate strength training exercises for my core and glutes, as weak hips and glutes can put additional stress on your Achilles. It took time, but I was able to get back to running without issues. Good luck with your recovery!
Agreed, it's a great reminder that everyone has their own journey and progress. Those stories are super motivating.
Not exactly running related, but I'll take a break from my training plan to test my Olympic knowledge
Good to see some promising young talent coming up. Hopefully they can stay injury-free and peak at the right time. Australia's got a rich history in athletics, would be great to see them bring home some medals in Paris.
Thanks for the advice. I'll definitely start with shorter hills and ease into it. I've been neglecting my calf stretches lately, so that's a good reminder. Anyone have a favorite warm-up routine they swear by for hill repeats?
Doping scandals always seem to find their way into the Olympics. Hopefully WADA's move leads to some real change, but I'm not holding my breath. LA 2028 has a lot to lose if they don't get this under control.
I've tried it for short distances and it feels great, but I wouldn't dare do it for a full run. Too many risks involved. Been there, done that, got the injuries.
I've had some experience running with my sister's lab. One thing that helped was establishing a consistent command for the dog to heel. Also, make sure to start with shorter distances and gradually increase to avoid overwhelming the dog.
Good for consistency, not for mental toughness.
For me, running is a mental break from daily stress. It's not a magic pill, but it helps clear my head and gain perspective. I've had days where I've gone for a run feeling anxious and come back feeling more centered. It's not just a distraction, it's active relaxation.