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. :/
Hmm I am familiar with all the ills myself.The greatest favor I did for me was to start Tai Chi and Yoga.It dovetails right in with all the exercises for rehab.You can call the initial burn in Yoga leveling up to flexibility.You might be surprised at the effect on cardio also.Now where did I put my wallet?
That’s a great idea. However, I am also going to need to add something to my workout that is high-range cardio. I think I’ll have to add bicycling.
I used to bike quite a bit when I was young. I’m talking about 150 miles per weekend. However, I lost the interest as I got older. I also think my location is somewhat boring for biking. But it’s something I am going to have to do.
Maybe biking will be great fun and I’m just still disappointed that I can’t run like I had wanted.