As I mentioned in my last post I have a small issue with my left achilles tendon. In order to make it feel better for the upcoming half this Sunday, I will try all my recovery tricks.
1. Epson Salt Bath
First took a relaxing Epson salt bath, which was recommended by several physical therapist. I bought it at Target and I have to say I actually like it! I like the smell and it feels relaxing, but I miss the bubbles!
While soaking in the bath tub I was reading 50/50 by Dean Karnazes. While talking about the 50 marathons he did in 50 consecutive days (!) he is providing a lot of great advice. I really recommend this book even to runners who do not run the marathon distance.
2. Foam Rolling
After the bath I used the foam roller and rolled my legs from hamstrings all the way down to my toes. I think my issues are probably to tightness in my legs and most of the time it starts in my hamstrings, so I rolled both legs from top to bottom.
3. Icing
Last but no least, I iced my left achilles tendon for about 20 while watching tv. I will repeat this a few times this week and hope to feel better by Sunday.
Have you ever had issue with your achilles tendon?
Any advice to recovery faster? Thanks!!
I did…and I was told to do that http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6EKuuZ7C2E&feature=related
Thanks Caro! Great video!!
so sorry to hear. I have no recommendations for you, but just wanted to say I’m hoping you recover quickly and have a GREAT day, Sunday.
Tappan has had an achilles problem for the past 2 years…still hasn’t gotten much better
oh no, that worries me…. hope he feels better soon!
I do all 3 of these things at once when I ICE-Bath in the Ocean!!! the salty-freezing water and crashing waves knock the sore right out! I haven’t had achilles pain…stick a dixie cup in the freezer and massage that into your sore tendon!
I hope it feels better soon!
xoxo!
Thanks!! I will try the cup
I haven’t had a problem with my tendon. I’ve tried foam rolling to loosen up a tight spot. Definitely helps! Same with Epsom salt. Love it! I’m not a fan of ice however. There’s actually been some articles around lately that say it’s no good! If I find them, I will send them over to you.
And to follow up on your comment on my post, I definitely get the feeling that people who race triathlons are more interested about the equipment than the fun. We’ll see how it goes at the next one. But I do love my fellow runners!
Also, I love the new look!
I’ve been wanting to read that book! Even after meeting the Ultramarathon man (LOL) I am super inspired by what he has accomplished. I’m sorry to hear about your running injury. I hope if feels better soon!
I haven’t heard of the Epsom salt bath, might have to try it myself. I spend a lot of time stretching, foam rolling and icing and it has really helped, though it took a few weeks to really notice the difference. Good luck, I hope you are feeling good by the weekend!
You can buy the epson salt at Target. I was told that the way it works is like salting a steak. Once you salt it all the red stuff comes to the outside (in a steak) and that helps making you feel better
No tendon issues but my sciatic nerve bothered me for a bit and now my right foot is sprained. I love Epsom Salt baths! Foam rolling too! Not sure what I would ever do without mine!