Re: Advice on return to running


Eric wrote:
> After essentially taking all of 2005 off from running, I hope to return
> this year and look forward to any advice on my plan.
>
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> My plan is to build strength and flexibility in my feet/calves for the
> winter and then if all is working well start moving back to the running
> keeping a large load of cross training.
>
> I have heard that foot problems are the most common reason people stop
> running. I also have come to realize that I would like to continue
> running even if I do not push myself as hard as I once did.
>
> Any recommendations to increase my chance of success?

I think you have the key: at least for now, don't push the limits.

Focus on flexibility.

I haven't "battled PF" but I have had a touch of it recently and
stretching seems to help. One thing weird I noticed today was the top
of my foot seems to be tight. I'm going to work on stretching that too.

But the key seems to be: know your limits and don't push them. After
5years battling PF you should know very well where those limits are.

Enjoy the run.
Ed.

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