Okay, so I'm training for the Detroit Marathon (my first) and so far (knock on wood) no injuries or pain even after my long runs - longest was 12 miles in 90* F. I've been very careful about my training as I stress fractured both ankles, at the same time, last summer by too much running on pavement.
I have two pairs of Brooks Defyance - love them. Wanted a new pair of running shoes, so I thought I'd try the Minuzo Wave Riders. The fit and feel of the two shoes - completely different.
Sooo...I ran four miles in the Minuzo's on Thursday; it was hot and humid, but my time was pretty good. Something was off. The run was hard and I felt like I was struggling...but again, time was good, so I just chalked it up to the heat. No pain after the run.
Took Friday off - rest day.
Yesterday, Saturday, I ran a 5K (on pavement) in my Brooks Defyance. I came home changed and decided to put on the Minuzo Wave Riders for a long, slow run – 8.86 miles. I felt like could feel every step of the long run, but I was feeling really good. No pain during the run.
After the run, I did a couple hours worth of errands, then relaxed for the rest of the day. Around 9:30 / 10 p.m. I noticed something odd with my right knee. It seemed a bit stiff and hurt every once in a while when I walked. Uh, oh! I did a little self diagnosing research on the web, popped a couple motrin and went to bed.
This a.m. got up and knees were throbbing ever so slightly. Iced them about 10 minutes.
Of course I’m freaking out because I don’t want this to be an injury like last year. I’m hoping it’s the new shoes and praying it’s not runners knee.
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