Just stuff...which involves very little running :-(

Played a game of football yesterday, warmed up and the entire time I was very aware of my achilles, so I told the Captain I would play in goals or miss the game (as I had a meeting & could only play the first half). So goalie it was, half time 1-1, but eventually we lost.

I didn't train at the track, coached only. Pierre 4x1000m, Michelle 2x600/2x400/2x200 with Lexie, so a quick session for her and then Clare 300/200/150 x 2.
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Day off today to sort out some issues which are sorted and will be fixed in January, hair cut and off to see my physio, achilles, of course.

I'm sure I could run if I really want to, but I know it will mean limping and having my heel feel like a knife is stuck in there for a few hours, so more rest and I suspect an anti-inflam course will commence tonight.
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Evening notes: A visit to Belinda (club mate, sometimes training partner & physio) confirmed a highly inflamed achilles tendon, esp in the attachment, thickened and tender. To be honest I didn't realise how sore I was in the higher part of the achilles until Bel worked (massaged) the entire region. Thankfully my training plans for the next three weeks works with Bel's suggestions. No spikes, limited speed work, limited racing and some more visits to see Bel, back onto an aggressive anti-inflam program. Plan for next few days, limited running over the next few days, Sat racing - no spikes, no 400m or shorter. My plan for the next few weeks is no speed work and increase the easy running to put some k's into the legs, but be VERY aware of my achilles. IF it doesn't respond the way I want then Bel will possibly refer me to someone who specialises so I can get it under control before it becomes chronic.