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Originally Posted by Alice  I'm a reasonably fit person who decided to "step up" my exercise level. Don't make the same mistake I just made a couple of weeks ago...don't overdue the impact exercise.
I joined a bootcamp class (which was excellent)...I did well during the cardio and hand weight segments...but the running just killed me. Thought it was a pulled ligament...ended up a stress fracture. I've been on crutches for two weeks and am encouraged to go to therapy...which I don't feel I need....but will probably go since I'm a "good girl"...
We ran on pavement which is terrible unless you are really in top condition and your muscles can absorb most of the shock.
I was thrilled I was running...but the excitement gave way to pain!
Take it easy on your joints and you will be able to exercise much longer! |
Aye yi yi. Yeah, you got to be careful with some of this stuff. You may want to review your dietary habits about calcium intake, getting a stress fracture inside of 2 weeks of high impact is pretty quick -- did the doctor who diagnosed you raise any thoughts about getting a bone density scan?
Everyone's different of course, but for many I'd recommend going with easy paced impact cardio for the first year to help build the necessary bone strength. It's also good for getting the tendons and ligaments ready to handle the stress. Muscle adapts fairly quickly, but the bones and connective tissues take much longer.
