Staying Healthy

I am a huge advocate of doing all the necessary things to make sure that your body is HEALTHY. Even it means jumping into a cold ice bath or taking some time off once you feel an injury arise. But of course we athletes can be very stubborn and I have learned that listening is a good thing.

After competing last week, I was excited at what else the Indoor Season could bring. But unfortunately just like in the show Amazing Race, I would have to take a pit stop. My knee had been bothering me prior to the start of the Indiana meet. I figured that it was just a little sore and I could compete and be fine. I guess I was wrong on this one. The next day after competing for 2 days, my knee was swollen and I was in a lot of pain. The doctors ruled out a menicus tear, and diagnosed me with having slight tracking of the patella and some inflammation. All I know is that I didn't want to have to hear the word SURGERY!

I was both relieved and a little upset, because I now had to miss the 101 Millrose Games in New York. At this meet I would have been running an unusual distance of 600 yards. I was excited to attempt this but after hearing my bad news I looked at the bigger picture. Did I want to go and hurt myself more and be out for the season, or did I want to take some time rehabing. Sounds like option 2 is the better choice. There are no Olympic Games indoor, so my eyes are still on the prize!
Have a great weekend!

WOW.....getting ready for the Indoor Season

Well the month of January has finally arrived, meaning INDOOR MEETS!!! As an athlete you question yourself..am I ready? Did I prepare just as I did the year before? What if my first run isn't as good as I want? I try not to think too much as I prepare for my first meet. I try to go in with an open mind and no expectations. If I surprise myself then that is always a good sign and definitely makes my coach happy.

See for me that's my way of making it a little easy..going in there open minded...no expectations, (1) if it's disappointing or (2)if it's worthwhile, there is no pressure. No pressure means I can have fun and enjoy the warm-up meet. I started my training after taking a month off after the World Athletic Final. Durng my time off I enjoyed my family, friends and the opportunity to spend time in my own BED..hahaha. Training has had it's ups and downs, but overall it has been productive. I'm ready and feeling confident.
But boy do I still get those pre meet jitters no matter what size the meet is. During my time off I actually missed it, weird but if you are a true athlete you'll understand.