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jgerbodegrant -What are you doing for the piriformis? I have the same issues with flare ups also. The only thing that seems to help is stretching.

Stretching, foam roller, something similar to a foam roller called a quadballer.  Been doing alot of that stuff and it helps.  Went to the chiropractor for active release therapy for several weeks but have not been able to go for the last 2 weeks. No running and very easy spinning on bike 2-3 times a week.  Tons of swimming which does not seem to bother it-other than several kick sets with zommers on Monday that have caused a flare up.  I have decided to stay off the bike until next week to see if I can get over the hump-as it feels better I tend to push harder on the bike and then end up with flare up. One step forward and two back. I am just not very patient with recovery!!!!!!

When I say flare up it is almost like a tight/tweaked hamstring type of pain that may be all the way down the back of the leg to just behind the knee.  Frustrating, already marked the HIM I was doing in May off the calender.  Maybe a local Olympic in late April if I can get back to running in the next couple of weeks.  Guess I will shoot for HIM in the Fall since this injury has really screwed up my early season plans.     

jgerbodegrant -Also...had the same issue last night when I did a couple kick sets with the zoomers.  My butt/upper thigh was throbbing on the right side.  Do you get it in both legs or just one?

Just the right leg which is the one that has been bothering me.  No soreness or other issues with left leg after kick sets.

Randy

After 2.5 hours. 5 direction changes and 168 laps, I finished a 14 mile run yesterday!

A 16 miler next week. If the weather continues to stay nice (40+ deg) I plan to move this next LSD OUTSIDE!

The iPod is key. Before a run, I'll create a new playlist w/some favorite tunes plus throw in a new podcast or two.

A busy track helps, too. A good mix of walkers, runners and yes, dudes w/their shirts tucked into the back of their underwear helps me keep pace and makes for some good people watching. Plus I know I'm not a great runner but I'm still competitive. I don't like to get lapped. But it feels good to see someone that has passed you multiple times, cut out of their run after 20-30 minutes. 'Cuz hey, guess what? I'm gonna be out here for 2.5 hours. How do you like them apples?

HammerOZZ - After 2.5 hours. 5 direction changes and 168 laps, I finished a 14 mile run yesterday!A 16 miler next week. If the weather continues to stay nice (40+ deg) I plan to move this next LSD OUTSIDE!

Great job!  That takes some real will power and dedication.   Hope you can find some entertainment when you head outside.  Maybe you can hire underwear guy to swing through your route periodically to keep you motivated!! 

Randy

That's it. I have decided to dedicate this season to "Guy w/his shirt tucked into the back of his underpants." WHO'S WITH ME???

We have been having good weather here too..  I know a few guys who headed out on the roads with their bikes.

Me - I had a 17 mile run that ended up a little shy of 17 basically cause we got back to the club and no desire to run in circles for .3

Went ok - did endurolytes tablets and sport beans and water.  Stomach was better but I think i didn't get in enough calories so my legs tightened bad in the last mile or so.

Its Monday-we deserve a bump to page 1

jgerbodegrant - Good swim last night...almost broke 4 min for 300.  Very excited that I'm seeing improvement!

Thats fast! 4 minutes puts you at 1:20/100.  I might be able to do 1 all out 100 in 1:20. Maybe someday I can string a few together at that speed.  

I did a continuous swim of a mile last week for the first time in months. Was able to sneak in under 30 minutes at 29:45. 1:41/100 yards. Not great but a 3 minute improvement since Fall 2009.

Keep up the good work.

Randy