Lovin’ my new TriBabe’s Lululemon vest, thanks Kirsten Hansen 
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Everything seemed to be going great the past 4 months! Life is amazing, loving my new coaching gigs, substitute teaching jobs, TriCal camps, etc…. Just this past week and a half things have changed. I had been suffering from plantar fascitis, mainly in my right foot and all of a sudden one morning it was debilitating! I went from running the best I have ever run to barely walking out of bed. I won’t lie it sucked and I was worried, but not too worried. I was still riding and swimming and enjoying our anniversary, my birthday and more fun stuff….
It was not until a few days ago where I really started to worry. I was getting ART, graston, massage and everything done on my foot by an amazing Dr and friend Lauren Elkind. Still I was not feeling any relief and was not able to run. Day 6 of not running and I was getting frustrated, I had done all the right things, have been feeling amazing, but it was one of those dumb mistakes that may have put my foot over the edge. I think it was all the hills I rode, hiked, and ran while I was coaching the Wildflower camp several weeks ago. But in all fairness to myself, I HAD to run with the participants, we needed coaches to help all levels of athletes. Plus most of them did not know the course. Stuff happens and TODAY (Day 7 of not running) my foot is feeling much better. Lauren has been amazing! I am hoping the pain will subside and I will be able to start running again soon.
So at least my foot is making progress as of today, BUT unfortunately I woke up this morning with a sore throat and running nose. ARGH! Sometimes I think our bodies are telling us to slow down, relax, rest up!! I think I have enough fitness to race next weekend, so I have to believe that what my body needs right now is REST. Thanks to all of those who have given me great advice about what to do lately….Lauren, Chris Lieto, John Dahlz, and of course Reid )
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23 Comment(s)
Damie said:
well stinkers! I didn’t know you had an injury. Doesn’t that stink when it just comes on- like hello…give me a clue please beforehand! I don’t have any great advice for PF since I have not had to deal with it- besides treating patients and you have probably heard all of the advice I would have to tell you. I like the ART and other things you are trying to incorporate…good luck. you will be back to your PR self in no time.
Tara said:
OMG, I’m sorry. Hope you get better very very soon. I am sure you will. You were on fire and will continue to be on fire
Katy P said:
Get well quick E!! I bet you will be back in no time. Fingers crossed for you!
Christine said:
Ughh! I got that too after my last marathon and it sucked! Basically I would run every other day…and the other days I did elliptical. I know if I just took time off all together it would have healed faster..but my mind wouldn’t let me stop running. Get better soon!
Anonymous said:
Cute pic today!
MJ said:
Get well soon!
b said:
Sending out some healthy karma rockets out your way Eileen!!! Glad to hear the foot is doing better also
take care…
Lisa G said:
Oh no, Eileen, I’m sorry to hear about the injury. Take good care of it, rehab well, and get plenty of rest and you will be back running in no time!
GoBigGreen said:
Other than the ice bottle/roll it out and maybe looking at your foot wear it sounds like just some overuse. I am sure it will calm down if you let it. Keep thinking positive! I love that vest:)
Amanda said:
I think you’re right…our bodies tend to know what to do and they speak to us in ways we can’t ignore. Rest up and you’ll be back in no time…like next weekend!
KP said:
Sorry, that is a bummer. But you know what? You will be so rested and ready to rock this weekend! By the way, you are a cutie!!
Benson said:
Well crap anyway. sorry to hear your tootsies are ouchy. sounds like it’s getting better so stick to it another week and I bet you’ll be fine.
Very cute new vest. that is really pink.
ShirleyPerly said:
Oh my, sorry to hear about the PF flare-up and illness. But sounds like the extra rest is going to be good for you. Hope the race next weekend goes well. You look great in that hot pink vest!!
Marit Chrislock-Lauterbach said:
Oh NO! Hang in there – I’m sending you tons of good vibes and stuff. You’re doing the SMART thing – resting and taking care of it. And because of this, you’ll get better in no time… you are super strong! CUTE vest – love it!
Beth said:
URGGHH!! I know that frustrating feeling. But you are right – our bodies know when to slow us down so they do.
Anyway, it’s great to hear the foot is feeling better and a few days of rest for the sore throat will only do your body good! You’ve done all the hard work – now it’s just time to rest. Best of luck this weekend – I’ll be cheering for you!!
Charisa said:
Rest up – you will be awesome this weekend I’m sure. I’ll look for you out there . . . actually you’ll be done WAYYYYYY before me
Haley Cooper said:
Yikes! How are you doing now, a couple of days later? Keep me posted. I’ll be getting to Lake SA on Friday morning, if all goes to plan. I look forward to catching up!
Chloe said:
At least your foot is better! You’ll win the fight with the cold
Good luck this weekend! AND CUTE VEST! I got my very first Lululemon hoodie in the other day and LOVE IT!!!
Runner Leana said:
How frustrating!! Hopefully you are on the mend though!
b said:
Hope your feeling better these days Eileen! Have a great event at Wildflower this weekend
I’m just racing some little’ half know as the Indy Mini 
Chelley Klatt said:
Eileen,
I haven’t ever commented on your blog. I am Kate Monster’s oldest sister.
I suffered from PF for about 6 months before I found relief. I tried EVERYTHING! I ended up finding the answer from a chiropractor. He ended up “stripping” the foot. It is some old Chinese remedy but, it worked and quickly. My Chiro said it would have taken less time if I would have stayed off of it.
Hope you find some relief and FAST!
Tawnee said:
I’m sure a stud like you will be back at it in no time. Actually, as I write this, you’re probably out running by now!
Congrats on the anniversary too
Jennifer Cunnane said:
Get better soon!!!! I am sure all the athletes really appreciated your participating with them in the camp.