You are very motivated, and I understand the feeling of not completing your longest run with your first marathon just 6 weeks away. You have done an amazing job up to now. I have a feeling I know the foot pain you are experiencing. I am not a professional, I can only speak based on my experience and what you described resonated with the foot pain I had when training for my first marathon in 2023. Both my feet are flat. I can run with neutral or stability shoes with mild overpronation. Short-distance running does not result in any pain/discomfort. This pain only started when I increased my mileage rapidly during my marathon train (from 16km to 24km over 3 long runs). My posture, and gait "collapsed" as I became tired. I was no longer able to support my proper running gait/posture. The tendon and muscle started to become strained and over time/distance, I started to feel the foot pain with every step. I later found out that the pain on the inside (medial) of the foot was the result of overuse of the posterior tibialis tendon connected to the posterior tibial muscle resulting in tendonitis. The road camber provides support for the arch, relieving the strain (pain) on the tendon, if you run on the other side of the road, the camber will worsen the strain - this was the same thing I experienced. I strongly advise that you stop running and start promoting healing and flexibility with RICE. Swimming and cycling should be fine, that's what I did. The physio should be able to massage the tibial muscle to release any knots/tightness. The cause is likely the rapid increase in mileage from 26 to 34 and the muscles and tendons were too weak to sustain the load resulting in overuse. I overcame this injury through rest, strengthening the posterior tibial muscle and managing my load post-recovery. Wearing neutral (with support) running shoes helps too. There are 2 other possible causes, but I highly doubt they are what you are experiencing. a) a navicular bone stress fracture (pain around that same area) b) an accessory navicular syndrome Hope you recover soon to continue your training for the Manchester marathon.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a long message. Sounds like what you've had is what's causing me pain on my foot. It has been a lot better since last Sunday and even during my Half Marathon yesterday it felt okay. Ended up with a completely different new injury though and it's so frustrating. I've been trying to gradually increase the distance. I did run a 30K between the 26 and 34, but I guess my body just isn't used to those kinds of distances and maybe I'm just not strong enough when I start to feel tired. Like you said, your posture and everything changes when you start to feel fatigued and I think I'm just not strong enough to hold myself up properly on longer runs. Do you think neutral shoes with stability insoles would help? It's so annoying my feet aren't the same on both sides, which makes identifying issues quite hard. I've been off my feet trying to recover, but I've developed a new injury which means I'm going to be off my feet again, but I might see if I can manage to use an exercise bike or cross trainer to keep up with my fitness and endurance. Despite wanting to be strong to get through all of this, physically I can definitely feel the limitations and how much harder I potentially need to work to succeed. Again, thank you for your input. I've made notes to look into everything a bit more and maybe have a plan of action for the future. Are you training for anything at the moment?
@@YuennyLam No worries. The aerobic system develops faster than the muscles, bones and tendons. They are always playing catchup to the aerobic system. It just takes time and strengthening work. Insoles may change the structure of the shoes and it can go either way. I have done that too with my neutral shoes but ended up removing them. They usually don't fit well and do not address the root cause. Strength and conditioning are key. For now, managing your volume, having sufficient rest and icing the area is my best advice. Muscle soreness/tightness is also a sign of fatigue that results in tendonitis. There were a lot of lessons learnt, about my body, from my first marathon. I am now training for the Sydney Marathon on Sep 24. I am getting wiser, stronger and hopefully faster 🙂. Good luck with your marathon.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with me. I knew when I started this journey that I'm going to have a lot to learn but it keeps it interesting 😁 I will continue to rest, add strength and conditioning and hopefully slowly get stronger. Good luck with your training as well. Sydney sounds lovely. I'd love to visit some time. There's a chance Sydney will be added as another Marathon Major, so in that case I will have to visit 😄
Yuenny, try not to be too hard on yourself. I do understand why you are, though. You set a goal for yourself and you want to prove to yourself that you can meet it. Just know that the percentage of runners who get no injuries, whether they be minor or more serious, is microscopic. Even Olympic level runners get injuries from time to time. They just happen. Whether you see it or not (sometimes it can be hard for people to see their situation as accurately as people looking in can see it), you are making great progress. However, it's the periods of time when people are making a lot of progress when injuries are most likely to occure. But even when you get an injury, it will pass, and unless it's something serious, you'll heal back stronger than you were before you got it. It's a natural thing the body does to try to prevent further injuries. The only time you'll hear of people having repeated injuries in the same location is when they didn't give it enough time to heal, or when it's a more serious type of injury. Foot and ankle sprains are common and almost all runners experience them at some point. If you don't meet your goal in the amount of time you were aiming for, there's, very honestly, nothing wrong with that. That goal was set without taking into account the potential for injuries, and when they happen they are not your fault. They are just something that sometimes happens. You will still reach your main goal of being a marathon runner, which is more amazing than you might think. Think about this; only 0.01% of people in the world can run marathons. That's a real statistic and it's pretty crazy to think about. This means that when you reach the point of being able to run one, you'll have better physical endurance than 99.9% of people in the world. That is no small feat, Yuenny. What you're doing is a huge. Side note: Since you're a slower runner, have you ever tried using shoes that are specifically geared towards easier paced running? I've personally used many different kinds of shoes and one pair that I've really been enjoying are the Asics Gel Nimbus 25. They are one of Asics highest rated shoes and they're geared for runs of a slow to medium pace. This creates a really nice feel when your foot hits the ground since slower paced runners strike differently than faster paced runners. The Numbus 25's also have a lot of cushion which will protect your feet more, over long distances. And even though they're considered a max cushion shoe, they still offer a good ride. They are currently Asics best selling shoe (the 26's are out now but not much different than the 25's which you can get at a discount) and I think, from how you run and what you need, they might be a really good fit for you. I'm not sure what running a marathon in them would be like but as far as daily training goes, they're great shoes.
I would love to be in that 0.01% and I know I will get there at some point in my life 🤞 It is hard to accept we get injured sometimes though when we feel like we're doing all the right things to prevent it, but I understand it is inevitable considering how much we workout. I've tried the ASICS Gel Nimbus in the past. I've not actually run in them but ordered them to try. Once we wear them outside we can't return them, so I tried them at home but it felt like it was exaggerating my slight overpronation on my right foot. And that was when I was only walking in them and jogging up and down the corridor. I felt like it might cause issues on my foot if I can feel the overpronation without even running. I've heard a lot of good things about the Gel Nimbus though and maybe I should try them again. Think I tried the 24s. I will continue to work hard and do my best. Thank you for the lovely long message 😊
You're fighter, just don't fight too hard. Better to avoid serious longer term pain and reschedule your race. But again, big credit to you for going the distance no matter in what pace
Thanks! I always say to people I can be a bit stubborn sometimes 😁 I don't want any long term serious injuries, so I will take it easy and rest if I have to. I haven't been on a run since Sunday but I really want to get back out there again soon 🤞 I just really wanted to complete this distance just for my own confidence. I want to be strong 💪 Thanks for watching and the comment! Are you currently training for anything?
Thank you. It was hard and not very fun, but I'm still glad I did it 💪 Thank you for the encouraging message. Are you training for anything at the moment?
I would advise Pysio before make any more long-run plans. you may have 6 weeks to go but would be better to take time off the pounding and do some cardio work non-concussive, like a cross-trainer for 7 -10 days to allow to heal, the more you run on it the worse it will get and if the body is making compensation to the opposite side then can create more issues to deal with. We dont have to run to keep the marathon training going when we get an injury, just find an alternative. YOU can do this 🥰 it might be an idea to go docs and try get in for an Xray as possible could have a stress fracture.
Thanks for the comment and suggestion 😊 There will be no chance in me getting seen by a doctor any time soon for any non-emergency issues, with the current healthcare crisis 😞 If the pain continues then I might find a cross trainer to use instead. I've been off my feet this week after the long run on Sunday and it's feeling a lot better already, so I'll continue to assess how it feels for now. I believe I can do it and I hope I won't disappoint myself 💪
I am also training for my first marathon( Manchester Marathon).I have been following your videos which has helped me a lot. Thank you for sharing your running experience. You are doing great!!
Yay!! Same first Marathon 😊 It makes me happy knowing someone else is doing the same Marathon as me AND as their first. How's your training going? Hopefully better than mine 🤞 I feel nervous just thinking about race day 😬
I am a slow runner and was unable to compete 30km long run last weekend (due to a leg pain). So longest I have run so far is 24km. I am going to try 34 km this week end (fingers crossed 😊). I feel nervous too. I am sure you will be fine. Keep up the great work. My starting wave is Pink , so I’m starting at the back. All the best !!!
My starting wave is pink too, as I am also a super slow runner. I'll be happy to cross the finish line before the cut-off so I don't really care, especially considering how hard it's been in training so far. 23km is a really long distance. Well done! 👏👏 Hope the rest of your training goes well and rest if you need to 😊
That looked painful. It's so frustrating when things don't go as planned. Look for the positives though: 5 hrs time on feet is an achievement in itself. Marathon training is hard, and you have to listen to your body. If you need to take time to rest and recover, just treat it as part of the journey. Take care of yourself and know you are doing the best you can. Well done.
Thank you 🥹 I've been good this week and not gone out for a run since Sunday. I've been keeping my feet off the ground as much as I can. I usually go on walks during my lunch breaks but I've not even been doing that, to help my foot recover. I'm doing my best to not let it get me down and try to stay positive. I've come a long way and, like you said, it's part the journey 😊 Thanks for the support!
Well done running 34km! That's amazing, it's over 80% of the full marathon. I hope your foot is feeling better soon. I have been suffering from a running injury too recently
Thank you. It's such a long way!! I really hope my foot is better and ready to do this. I'd be really gutted if I couldn't complete what I set out to do, especially when I'm putting in so much time and effort. Sorry to hear you have an injury too. What happened?
@@YuennyLam Thanks. I injured my hip flexor. I have been stretching and doing some exercises to try to strengthen them, but i still haven't been able to run for the last few weeks
@@JPruns Have you been seen about it or just resting and assess how it feels as time passes? I truly wish you speedy recovery 🙏 It's really disheartening not able to run.
Hopefully you’ll get some rest for that foot…you’re doing great! Cool shoes hihi ☺️ Maybe take an extra rest day next week? Or shorten the mileage during the next week? Go get it Yuenny!!! Woo! 🤙🤙🤙
Thank you 😊 I've not been on a run since Sunday. It's less painful but the pain is still lingering so I'm fully resting for now, hoping to run the Half Marathon on Sunday 🤞 I really want to get better quickly, but I know these things take time. Thanks for the encouragement and those Novablast colours 😍
What a nightmare! If it was me I’d just take a week off and hope that fixes it. Not ideal but it’s better than having to stop completely if it gets worse. On the positive side, the new shoes look good!
I've been good and well-behaved this week 😄 Not been on a run since Sunday and not even walked anywhere all week 😒 I hate not running, but I really REALLY don't want to make it worse and not able to run the Marathon. I love the colours on those shoes. I wish more running shoes had coloured soles instead of just white. What shoes are you running in?
Niggles are so annoying. I get a few myself, usually at a time when I'm making excellent progress in my training. The danger is that if we try to push through them, we might make them worse or even cause secondary injuries. But when we want to push on or have a race coming up, it's often very difficult to just "rest". Not an easy balance to achieve. Good luck in the marathon!
Thank you! You sound like you understand exactly my frustration and dilemma. On the one hand I know I need to rest and be able to run again for longer in the future, but on the other hand I've come so far and there really isn't that much time left before the big day. I'll just assess and decide each day as it comes. Are you currently training for anything?
@@YuennyLam Hi I started running about 12 weeks ago and am now thinking about doing a 10K. I'm keeping it simple and sticking to 5-10k distance. Just doing it for the love of it. I think I was going too hard in the early phases which caused me some ankle pain, back compression etc. As soon as I switched to 80/20 all the niggles evaporated. Above all, we have to enjoy it. We can't do that if we're constantly battling injuries. So perhaps consider 10ks for a few months? Best of luck! Subscribed!
@@goodyeoman4534 I've been running 10Ks for the last two years and really want to push myself harder. I've run my first ever Half Marathon last year so I want to challenge myself even more. But you're right, we can't keep it up if we're always injured. I do follow the common advice, e.g. not increasing distance or intensity too fast, rest, eat right and sleep etc, but I think injuries just happen despite trying to do the right things sometimes. Age probably plays a part too. I'll keep trying and do my best. Thank you for the chat, taking the time to respond and subscribing 😊 I really appreciate it!
I have considered but not looked into it enough. I'm worried the insoles won't be the right shape for the shoes and end up causing more discomfort. Have you used any?
Thank you! I have considered, yes. Especially during the run when my foot was really hurting. I've just not had the chance to look into them properly. Thanks for the suggestion 😊
@@J_bixby Wow!! You are FAST to be in the purple wave! I'm going to plod along, hoping I'll reach the finish line 🐌 How come you're reconsidering your goal time? Do you think you can go faster? I definitely don't feel ready, but we've put in the work so we can do this!! 💪
@@J_bixby It's okay to drop back a bit if you feel the need to. There will be loads of people behind you (including me), even if you started a bit high up the front. Think you are allowed to move down waves but not up?
Really proud of you that you're sharing your experiance, but I think you shouldn't include long run at such slow speed for marathon training. Its just not recommended and may cause serious long term injury You should work on your speed training and improving aerobics fitness, for now only go for 5k, 10k marathons that's more than enough
Thanks. I'm following a training plan, which includes slow long runs as well as speed workouts every week. Most coaches would suggest slow long runs as part of Marathon training. I used to run a lot of 10Ks and decided to run my first Half Marathon last year, which felt really hard despite having run many 10Ks both fast and slow. I don't think just running 5 and 10Ks is going to get across the Marathon finish line.
@@YuennyLam yes slow run is part of the process, but not very slow for very long, I hope you're following your coach to help you And I really hope you will have a successful marathon ahead🤞
I understand. Ideally I don't want to be running long distances for long periods of time but I'm just a really slow runner. I do try to run faster but not really happening 😞 Either way, Marathon day would be long and slow for me, so it's good to do some of the slow running before race day. Thank you though. Hopefully I'll succeed 💪
@@YuennyLam Hey, I really hope you make it, I was little worried for you because I had serious injuries with long slow running, currently I'm focusing on my overall leg strength and aerobics fitness, that's quite helping me to run faster in short distances like 5 to 10 km, I will be following this routine for a while 🙂
@@sam_patrik Thank you for your concern. That's very kind 😊 I do work on speed once a week but also need to get through those long runs to help me build my endurance for the Marathon. I really hope I can do it 🤞 I'm sure the next time I train for another Marathon there will be some changes. Even just adding an extra day a week would probably make a difference. Hope your training is going well and stay injury-free!
That's your training for your first marathon? Your over working your way towards that day I did my first Marathon when I was around 18y.o. And I only trained for 7km-8km (not miles) I did it daily (to be fair I did it for almost a year, and I also did some military training at that point) - it takes me at least 1hr
I'm following a Marathon training plan and I started during Christmas week last year. I've also been consistently running for almost two years so I'm not a complete newbie to run this distance. Are you training for any races at the moment?
@@YuennyLam No, I become a cross fit guy after college I no longer run. I loved it but I kinda feeling lonely when I do it, that's why I switched up my physical activity anyways, good luck to your first marathon
That’s not how a marathon training should be done. And also you were 18 years old. It’s a lot easier to run a lot in those years compared to your latter stage in life
You are very motivated, and I understand the feeling of not completing your longest run with your first marathon just 6 weeks away. You have done an amazing job up to now.
I have a feeling I know the foot pain you are experiencing. I am not a professional, I can only speak based on my experience and what you described resonated with the foot pain I had when training for my first marathon in 2023.
Both my feet are flat. I can run with neutral or stability shoes with mild overpronation. Short-distance running does not result in any pain/discomfort.
This pain only started when I increased my mileage rapidly during my marathon train (from 16km to 24km over 3 long runs). My posture, and gait "collapsed" as I became tired. I was no longer able to support my proper running gait/posture. The tendon and muscle started to become strained and over time/distance, I started to feel the foot pain with every step.
I later found out that the pain on the inside (medial) of the foot was the result of overuse of the posterior tibialis tendon connected to the posterior tibial muscle resulting in tendonitis. The road camber provides support for the arch, relieving the strain (pain) on the tendon, if you run on the other side of the road, the camber will worsen the strain - this was the same thing I experienced.
I strongly advise that you stop running and start promoting healing and flexibility with RICE. Swimming and cycling should be fine, that's what I did. The physio should be able to massage the tibial muscle to release any knots/tightness. The cause is likely the rapid increase in mileage from 26 to 34 and the muscles and tendons were too weak to sustain the load resulting in overuse.
I overcame this injury through rest, strengthening the posterior tibial muscle and managing my load post-recovery. Wearing neutral (with support) running shoes helps too.
There are 2 other possible causes, but I highly doubt they are what you are experiencing.
a) a navicular bone stress fracture (pain around that same area)
b) an accessory navicular syndrome
Hope you recover soon to continue your training for the Manchester marathon.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a long message. Sounds like what you've had is what's causing me pain on my foot. It has been a lot better since last Sunday and even during my Half Marathon yesterday it felt okay. Ended up with a completely different new injury though and it's so frustrating. I've been trying to gradually increase the distance. I did run a 30K between the 26 and 34, but I guess my body just isn't used to those kinds of distances and maybe I'm just not strong enough when I start to feel tired. Like you said, your posture and everything changes when you start to feel fatigued and I think I'm just not strong enough to hold myself up properly on longer runs.
Do you think neutral shoes with stability insoles would help? It's so annoying my feet aren't the same on both sides, which makes identifying issues quite hard.
I've been off my feet trying to recover, but I've developed a new injury which means I'm going to be off my feet again, but I might see if I can manage to use an exercise bike or cross trainer to keep up with my fitness and endurance.
Despite wanting to be strong to get through all of this, physically I can definitely feel the limitations and how much harder I potentially need to work to succeed.
Again, thank you for your input. I've made notes to look into everything a bit more and maybe have a plan of action for the future.
Are you training for anything at the moment?
@@YuennyLam No worries. The aerobic system develops faster than the muscles, bones and tendons. They are always playing catchup to the aerobic system. It just takes time and strengthening work.
Insoles may change the structure of the shoes and it can go either way. I have done that too with my neutral shoes but ended up removing them. They usually don't fit well and do not address the root cause. Strength and conditioning are key.
For now, managing your volume, having sufficient rest and icing the area is my best advice. Muscle soreness/tightness is also a sign of fatigue that results in tendonitis.
There were a lot of lessons learnt, about my body, from my first marathon. I am now training for the Sydney Marathon on Sep 24. I am getting wiser, stronger and hopefully faster 🙂. Good luck with your marathon.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with me. I knew when I started this journey that I'm going to have a lot to learn but it keeps it interesting 😁
I will continue to rest, add strength and conditioning and hopefully slowly get stronger.
Good luck with your training as well. Sydney sounds lovely. I'd love to visit some time. There's a chance Sydney will be added as another Marathon Major, so in that case I will have to visit 😄
Sending positive energy your way for a speedy recovery.
Thank you very much!!
Good luck in running Manchester, you can do this!
Thank you! I really hope so 🤞
Yuenny, try not to be too hard on yourself. I do understand why you are, though. You set a goal for yourself and you want to prove to yourself that you can meet it. Just know that the percentage of runners who get no injuries, whether they be minor or more serious, is microscopic. Even Olympic level runners get injuries from time to time. They just happen.
Whether you see it or not (sometimes it can be hard for people to see their situation as accurately as people looking in can see it), you are making great progress. However, it's the periods of time when people are making a lot of progress when injuries are most likely to occure. But even when you get an injury, it will pass, and unless it's something serious, you'll heal back stronger than you were before you got it. It's a natural thing the body does to try to prevent further injuries. The only time you'll hear of people having repeated injuries in the same location is when they didn't give it enough time to heal, or when it's a more serious type of injury. Foot and ankle sprains are common and almost all runners experience them at some point.
If you don't meet your goal in the amount of time you were aiming for, there's, very honestly, nothing wrong with that. That goal was set without taking into account the potential for injuries, and when they happen they are not your fault. They are just something that sometimes happens. You will still reach your main goal of being a marathon runner, which is more amazing than you might think.
Think about this; only 0.01% of people in the world can run marathons. That's a real statistic and it's pretty crazy to think about. This means that when you reach the point of being able to run one, you'll have better physical endurance than 99.9% of people in the world. That is no small feat, Yuenny. What you're doing is a huge.
Side note: Since you're a slower runner, have you ever tried using shoes that are specifically geared towards easier paced running? I've personally used many different kinds of shoes and one pair that I've really been enjoying are the Asics Gel Nimbus 25. They are one of Asics highest rated shoes and they're geared for runs of a slow to medium pace. This creates a really nice feel when your foot hits the ground since slower paced runners strike differently than faster paced runners. The Numbus 25's also have a lot of cushion which will protect your feet more, over long distances. And even though they're considered a max cushion shoe, they still offer a good ride. They are currently Asics best selling shoe (the 26's are out now but not much different than the 25's which you can get at a discount) and I think, from how you run and what you need, they might be a really good fit for you. I'm not sure what running a marathon in them would be like but as far as daily training goes, they're great shoes.
I would love to be in that 0.01% and I know I will get there at some point in my life 🤞 It is hard to accept we get injured sometimes though when we feel like we're doing all the right things to prevent it, but I understand it is inevitable considering how much we workout.
I've tried the ASICS Gel Nimbus in the past. I've not actually run in them but ordered them to try. Once we wear them outside we can't return them, so I tried them at home but it felt like it was exaggerating my slight overpronation on my right foot. And that was when I was only walking in them and jogging up and down the corridor. I felt like it might cause issues on my foot if I can feel the overpronation without even running. I've heard a lot of good things about the Gel Nimbus though and maybe I should try them again. Think I tried the 24s.
I will continue to work hard and do my best. Thank you for the lovely long message 😊
You're fighter, just don't fight too hard. Better to avoid serious longer term pain and reschedule your race. But again, big credit to you for going the distance no matter in what pace
Thanks! I always say to people I can be a bit stubborn sometimes 😁 I don't want any long term serious injuries, so I will take it easy and rest if I have to. I haven't been on a run since Sunday but I really want to get back out there again soon 🤞 I just really wanted to complete this distance just for my own confidence. I want to be strong 💪 Thanks for watching and the comment! Are you currently training for anything?
You're stronger than most! Very motivating seeing you get through that run.
Thank you. It was hard and not very fun, but I'm still glad I did it 💪 Thank you for the encouraging message. Are you training for anything at the moment?
I would advise Pysio before make any more long-run plans. you may have 6 weeks to go but would be better to take time off the pounding and do some cardio work non-concussive, like a cross-trainer for 7 -10 days to allow to heal, the more you run on it the worse it will get and if the body is making compensation to the opposite side then can create more issues to deal with. We dont have to run to keep the marathon training going when we get an injury, just find an alternative. YOU can do this 🥰 it might be an idea to go docs and try get in for an Xray as possible could have a stress fracture.
Thanks for the comment and suggestion 😊 There will be no chance in me getting seen by a doctor any time soon for any non-emergency issues, with the current healthcare crisis 😞 If the pain continues then I might find a cross trainer to use instead. I've been off my feet this week after the long run on Sunday and it's feeling a lot better already, so I'll continue to assess how it feels for now. I believe I can do it and I hope I won't disappoint myself 💪
Congrats getting that long run complete! Hope your foot recovers soon =D
Thank you 😊 Really hope it does recover quickly so I can run again. This week hasn't been great not able to run 😞
I am also training for my first marathon( Manchester Marathon).I have been following your videos which has helped me a lot. Thank you for sharing your running experience.
You are doing great!!
Yay!! Same first Marathon 😊 It makes me happy knowing someone else is doing the same Marathon as me AND as their first. How's your training going? Hopefully better than mine 🤞 I feel nervous just thinking about race day 😬
I am a slow runner and was unable to compete 30km long run last weekend (due to a leg pain).
So longest I have run so far is 24km.
I am going to try 34 km this week end (fingers crossed 😊).
I feel nervous too. I am sure you will be fine. Keep up the great work. My starting wave is Pink , so I’m starting at the back.
All the best !!!
My starting wave is pink too, as I am also a super slow runner. I'll be happy to cross the finish line before the cut-off so I don't really care, especially considering how hard it's been in training so far.
23km is a really long distance. Well done! 👏👏 Hope the rest of your training goes well and rest if you need to 😊
That looked painful. It's so frustrating when things don't go as planned. Look for the positives though: 5 hrs time on feet is an achievement in itself. Marathon training is hard, and you have to listen to your body. If you need to take time to rest and recover, just treat it as part of the journey. Take care of yourself and know you are doing the best you can. Well done.
Thank you 🥹 I've been good this week and not gone out for a run since Sunday. I've been keeping my feet off the ground as much as I can. I usually go on walks during my lunch breaks but I've not even been doing that, to help my foot recover. I'm doing my best to not let it get me down and try to stay positive. I've come a long way and, like you said, it's part the journey 😊 Thanks for the support!
Well done running 34km! That's amazing, it's over 80% of the full marathon.
I hope your foot is feeling better soon. I have been suffering from a running injury too recently
Thank you. It's such a long way!! I really hope my foot is better and ready to do this. I'd be really gutted if I couldn't complete what I set out to do, especially when I'm putting in so much time and effort.
Sorry to hear you have an injury too. What happened?
@@YuennyLam Thanks. I injured my hip flexor. I have been stretching and doing some exercises to try to strengthen them, but i still haven't been able to run for the last few weeks
@@JPruns That's so annoying and I can imagine it being very frustrating. Hope it gets better soon. Does it feel like it is slowly getting better?
@@YuennyLam Thank you! Yeah, it is feeling a lot better than it did. Hopefully I will be out running again soon
@@JPruns Have you been seen about it or just resting and assess how it feels as time passes? I truly wish you speedy recovery 🙏 It's really disheartening not able to run.
Hopefully you’ll get some rest for that foot…you’re doing great! Cool shoes hihi ☺️ Maybe take an extra rest day next week? Or shorten the mileage during the next week? Go get it Yuenny!!! Woo! 🤙🤙🤙
Thank you 😊 I've not been on a run since Sunday. It's less painful but the pain is still lingering so I'm fully resting for now, hoping to run the Half Marathon on Sunday 🤞 I really want to get better quickly, but I know these things take time. Thanks for the encouragement and those Novablast colours 😍
What a nightmare! If it was me I’d just take a week off and hope that fixes it. Not ideal but it’s better than having to stop completely if it gets worse. On the positive side, the new shoes look good!
I've been good and well-behaved this week 😄 Not been on a run since Sunday and not even walked anywhere all week 😒 I hate not running, but I really REALLY don't want to make it worse and not able to run the Marathon. I love the colours on those shoes. I wish more running shoes had coloured soles instead of just white. What shoes are you running in?
@@YuennyLam I’m mainly using Puma Deviate Nitro 2 these days. I never run more than 10k.
@@stedoesstuff Good they work for you 😊 They are really good shoes.
Niggles are so annoying. I get a few myself, usually at a time when I'm making excellent progress in my training. The danger is that if we try to push through them, we might make them worse or even cause secondary injuries. But when we want to push on or have a race coming up, it's often very difficult to just "rest". Not an easy balance to achieve. Good luck in the marathon!
Thank you! You sound like you understand exactly my frustration and dilemma. On the one hand I know I need to rest and be able to run again for longer in the future, but on the other hand I've come so far and there really isn't that much time left before the big day. I'll just assess and decide each day as it comes. Are you currently training for anything?
@@YuennyLam Hi I started running about 12 weeks ago and am now thinking about doing a 10K.
I'm keeping it simple and sticking to 5-10k distance. Just doing it for the love of it.
I think I was going too hard in the early phases which caused me some ankle pain, back compression etc. As soon as I switched to 80/20 all the niggles evaporated.
Above all, we have to enjoy it. We can't do that if we're constantly battling injuries. So perhaps consider 10ks for a few months?
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@@goodyeoman4534 I've been running 10Ks for the last two years and really want to push myself harder. I've run my first ever Half Marathon last year so I want to challenge myself even more. But you're right, we can't keep it up if we're always injured. I do follow the common advice, e.g. not increasing distance or intensity too fast, rest, eat right and sleep etc, but I think injuries just happen despite trying to do the right things sometimes.
Age probably plays a part too. I'll keep trying and do my best. Thank you for the chat, taking the time to respond and subscribing 😊 I really appreciate it!
Have you tried insoles for the shoes? You can get special personalised formed insoles for runners
I have considered but not looked into it enough. I'm worried the insoles won't be the right shape for the shoes and end up causing more discomfort. Have you used any?
Well done for getting through it. I am yet to go that far myself! Have you tried orthotic insoles? They might help with your flat foot.
Thank you! I have considered, yes. Especially during the run when my foot was really hurting. I've just not had the chance to look into them properly. Thanks for the suggestion 😊
Which start wave are you in for Manchester? Getting very real now.
It is and I'm just a bit worried about my foot 😬 I'm start wave pink. How about you?
@@YuennyLam Purple wave. Re-considering my goal time now. I don't feel ready for 26.2
@@J_bixby Wow!! You are FAST to be in the purple wave! I'm going to plod along, hoping I'll reach the finish line 🐌
How come you're reconsidering your goal time? Do you think you can go faster? I definitely don't feel ready, but we've put in the work so we can do this!! 💪
@@YuennyLam i'm regretting aiming so high when I signed up. At first I had hoped 4 hours or just under. Some of long runs haven't gone brilliantly.
@@J_bixby It's okay to drop back a bit if you feel the need to. There will be loads of people behind you (including me), even if you started a bit high up the front. Think you are allowed to move down waves but not up?
Shin pain right 😞💔??
Yup! The foot pain seems to have moved back up to my shin where I've had some issues not long ago ☹️
Really proud of you that you're sharing your experiance, but I think you shouldn't include long run at such slow speed for marathon training. Its just not recommended and may cause serious long term injury
You should work on your speed training and improving aerobics fitness, for now only go for 5k, 10k marathons that's more than enough
Thanks. I'm following a training plan, which includes slow long runs as well as speed workouts every week. Most coaches would suggest slow long runs as part of Marathon training. I used to run a lot of 10Ks and decided to run my first Half Marathon last year, which felt really hard despite having run many 10Ks both fast and slow. I don't think just running 5 and 10Ks is going to get across the Marathon finish line.
@@YuennyLam yes slow run is part of the process, but not very slow for very long, I hope you're following your coach to help you
And I really hope you will have a successful marathon ahead🤞
I understand. Ideally I don't want to be running long distances for long periods of time but I'm just a really slow runner. I do try to run faster but not really happening 😞 Either way, Marathon day would be long and slow for me, so it's good to do some of the slow running before race day.
Thank you though. Hopefully I'll succeed 💪
@@YuennyLam Hey, I really hope you make it, I was little worried for you because I had serious injuries with long slow running, currently I'm focusing on my overall leg strength and aerobics fitness, that's quite helping me to run faster in short distances like 5 to 10 km, I will be following this routine for a while 🙂
@@sam_patrik Thank you for your concern. That's very kind 😊 I do work on speed once a week but also need to get through those long runs to help me build my endurance for the Marathon. I really hope I can do it 🤞 I'm sure the next time I train for another Marathon there will be some changes. Even just adding an extra day a week would probably make a difference.
Hope your training is going well and stay injury-free!
That's your training for your first marathon?
Your over working your way towards that day
I did my first Marathon when I was around 18y.o. And I only trained for 7km-8km (not miles) I did it daily (to be fair I did it for almost a year, and I also did some military training at that point) - it takes me at least 1hr
I'm following a Marathon training plan and I started during Christmas week last year. I've also been consistently running for almost two years so I'm not a complete newbie to run this distance.
Are you training for any races at the moment?
@@YuennyLam No, I become a cross fit guy after college
I no longer run. I loved it but I kinda feeling lonely when I do it, that's why I switched up my physical activity
anyways, good luck to your first marathon
That’s not how a marathon training should be done. And also you were 18 years old. It’s a lot easier to run a lot in those years compared to your latter stage in life