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Hurt foot :(

Shopaholic42488Shopaholic42488 member
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So I have been running ever since I have found out I was pregnant. My left foot started hurting, but of course stubborn me kept running. It hurts so bad now that I couldn't run today. I hate not being able to exercise! I feel like I will gain so much weight if I don't. Please tell me it's ok! I am 14 and a half weeks. -Becky
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Re: Hurt foot :(

  • ArnegardArnegard member

    If it hurts, don't run.

    I just completed my 3rd half marathon last weekend and have been on the sidelines since.  My Achilles seems to be aggravated.  I rested a few days and when I tried to run again it swelled back up.  Sad

    I feel your pain.  It feels unnatural to take time off.  I also know that I have a color run with my DD next weekend, so I need to rest up so I can run it with her.  She is looking forward to it so much!!

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  • vrj0522vrj0522 member

    You need to make sure you rest and try to find other exercises you can do while pregnant. I had to stop running at some point with  my pregnancy too but I was able to work out all throughout even when I couldn't run. Don't get discouraged, just find alternatives. But first give your foot some rest.

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  • LiveNLove44LiveNLove44 member

    Is it the top of your foot, near the inside? I had significant pain in my first tri and much like you, kept running until it became too painful. I stopped wearing heels to work and switched to the elliptical for about 3.5 to 4 weeks, then eased back into running. It isn't totally healed, but I can still do 12 to 15 miles a week without aggravating it. I have been resistance training for almost ten years now, so that really helps balance my workouts and maintain my lean body mass. I highly recommend it!! I'm 25 weeks and 4 days now so I'm hoping to keep trucking! It's worth it to cut back or change up your routine so running can still be an option! Good luck!!

    *Edit: I only run 2-3 times a week, so the days in between also provide my foot with adequate recovery/rest. 

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  • MsdpgpMsdpgp member
    Swimming is my life saver when I can't run. I have a terrible knee and need to take time off every once in awhile and swimming keeps my fitness level up and works a different muscle set to boot!
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