I was really enjoying my running. I finally reached a goal of 5 continuous miles a day and I wanted to make that (every other day actually) my normal routine. For some reason, I’ve been enjoying the workout. I bet it’s related to my level-up-atitus.
However, this week I decided I needed to consult a doctor. See, my leg has gone numb and that can’t be good. The doctor says that I have a pinched nerve in my back that is causing my leg to lose feeling. Part of my therapy requires that I don’t overwork my lower extremeties… ie, no more running.
Yeah, I can start running again after this is all worked out. But it’s going to take weeks and I’m going to lose all the progress I’ve made. I’m also concerned that I am going to lose the enthusiasm I had for running.
The cause? My job. Who here thinks that computer work could cause so many problems. 3 years ago I hurt my hip. That required me to move my wallet to my front pocket and regularly wear running shoes. 2 years before that my shoulder lost it’s range of motion thanks to the almighty mouse. That ended up in new office chairs with adjustable arms.
So, watch out those of you who seek a desk job. There are medical risks to consider. :/
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