Yeah I'm trying the massage gun and lowering milage. I haven't run for 3 days. But I've done a bit of "aqua running". How long did it take after lowering your milage to be back to normal? It feels much better just walking around after the 3 days of no running. I can barely tell it's an issue. But worried what will happen if I try running again. My last proper long run before the marathon is meant to be Sunday. And what type of stretches did you do?
Never tried aqua running. It took about a week for my leg to feel better but at the time I was mostly playing soccer and not running as much. A friend shared this video with me and I found that the exercises really helped. Your mileage might vary however ;)
So... an update ... I backed way off training and did no running the week before the race. I finished the marathon with a PB and the knee felt ok for most of it. But could barely walk for 2 days after because of the itb. I tried an easy run 4 days after, but it was too painful. It's now 9 days after and I'll try again this afternoon for another easy run
You know I don't need much of an excuse to try anything different so I might have to grab a pair of minimalist shoes to try when they're on sale. Not sure I want to pay full price without knowing if I'll like them. Do you reckon Altra is minimalist enough? What brands do you recommend?
I have been doing similar stretches but I wouldn't say consistently. I'll definitely give that one a go.
I had ITB issues when I first started running. My right knee would suddenly become painful at about 4k every time. But it was definitely a conditioning thing for me, I carried on running and tried not to overdo it. Eventually it went away and has never returned.
Doesn't really help you though I don't think.
For me it dissapears in a few weeks if I add some more fast running (1-3 minute intervals) or generally keep a good form. And some gentle tigh stretches every other day. Also, E3 Rehab and Athlean X
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