I finally started running again this week. My knee feels better and I did 15 miles altogether. Today I did 6 miles and although it was a bit of a struggle, I pulled through. My knee hurt in some spots during my run, but for the most part it was fine. I’m pleased with the way things are progressing, and at this point, I think I can still got to North Carolina for the OBX Marathon, but I will only do the half. My 2 boys were only going to do the half anyway, so this doesn’t work out too bad. Maybe I’ll shoot for a later marathon such as the Rock in Roll Marathon in Arizona in January?
I was diagnosed with MS about 6 years ago and I am one of the lucky ones. I don't have too many problems associated with it, and the disease has actually slowed down. I took up running 4 years ago just to see if I could do it. So far I've run 5 marathons in 3 years and 12 half marathons.
August 25th, 2008 at 11:54 am
Congratulations on your return to the roads, Dave. I’ve heard good things about Rock & Roll AZ - my second cousin and her husband have done it and enjoyed it.