Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Here we go!

Normally at this point in the training cycle, I would be reminding myself that the hay is in the barn and that I've put in all of the hard work to carry me through the race.  That is not true this time around.  My body hasn't allowed me to put in any hard work for over a month.  Each time I've pushed myself to get in some good miles, I end up barely being able to walk let alone run the next day.  This is a new experience for me and one that leaves me pretty anxious about Saturday's race.  If my body functions normally, I can pull off a sub-3 hour marathon.  But, I can't use my right leg right now and that might be a minor factor influencing how fast/if I can actually run.  Rather than continue to torture myself, I've decided to just rest these last few days.  I did take a stab at using the Alter-G yesterday, but I was in pain even at 80% of my body weight.

I know that rest alone will not heal my mystery injury, only a good diagnosis and treatment will do that.  I do know that running will only exacerbate it.  My Hail Mary pass will come when I get to Houston and get a chance to see Dr. Ball one last time before the race.  He's worked magic before and hopefully can again.  There's nothing he can do about the lack of fitness I have right now, but to be able to run most of the race without pain, and maybe use my right leg for a bit, would be a true gift.

My goal remains to start and finish this race.  There are women who will toe the line that are in worse shape than me and many more who won't even make it to the start.  I am lucky to even be going to Houston and know that there are women out there that would give their eye teeth to be in my position, bum leg and all!  I am blessed and will not forget that.

My sincerest thanks go out to everyone who has supported me along this journey.  It has been an amazing ride and I look forward to soaking up the experience in Houston.  One thing you can be certain of is that I will do my very best on Saturday.

Yo Houston!      

  

16 comments:

  1. It's been a kick reading along and I wish you all the best. Go get 'em!!

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  2. Best wishes to you at the Trials...hoping that Dr. Ball does indeed work a little magic for you. If nothing else, enjoy your success in making it to the start line and have fun!!

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    1. Thanks for your support, Andrea! I will enjoy the moment!

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  3. Sending positive vibes and wishing you the best!

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    1. Receiving your positive vibes! Thanks Runnerchick!

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  4. good luck....i hope that things go well.

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  5. Jaymee, no matter what happens know that you've hugely inspired many runners with your grit and determination. Quoting yourself, as I have for months on my blog: “Just suck it the hell up and press on with pride.”

    http://www.runinamerica.com/p/running-motivation.html

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    1. Yep, mark, that's one of my favorites. It's worked in the past and will work again. I'll look for you out on the course!

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  6. Jaymee,
    I've been following this forever and never chimed in, but I can't help it now. I'm so excited for you - I hope everything goes well. I'm truly impressed by you.

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    1. Thanks for following my blog, Sandra! I am getting excited too. Thanks for taking the time to comment. It means a lot.

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  7. So proud of you, Jaymee...cheering you on all the way! It's been a long journey for you from Summer 1988, Det 900, and throughout your career, education, travels, etc...running hard in all forms and running the best race all your life! If I could give you my healthy right leg I would...but it is slow and still only runs 1.5 miles when forced! Do great on Saturday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    1. You offered me your leg? That's a true friend right there! Thanks, Lisa. This means a lot coming from someone who has known me for so long. Teared up a little even thinking of all of the memories!

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  8. Will be thinking of you late Saturday night our time Jaymee. Soak in every moment and enjoy. Hope that bloody leg of yours does the right thing and transports you to the finish! #YoHouston #aintgotnoproblem

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  9. I was there, cheering you on, screaming your name. Even injured, you ran a time I could only dream of. It was a thrill to see you!

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