Running again - After the positive diagnostic tests (X-ray of the ribs, color doppler ultrasound of the aortas, MRI of the skull) I got the medical authorization to run again 32 days later the fall which caused the fracture of a rib and the head trauma.
However I was not lazy, a week after the incident I started to walk one hour every day until Jan. 21 when I could run again but, as usual, I didn’t listen to my body so, after 2 crazy workouts, I had to reschedule all the activities increasing step by step mileage and speed. My favorite paths are the roads at the edge of my city where, sometimes, I meet some friendly critter.
| Before the first run after the fall |
| One of my favorite paths |
| A good friend |
January 2024 - These are my workouts in January for the (poor) total of 54 km (33.5 m):
Jan 21: 9.5 km.;
Jan 23: 9.5 km.;
Jan 25: 7.2 km.;
Jan 27: 8.4 km;
Jan 29: 9.7 km.;
Jan 31: 9.7 km.
The current plan is to run every other day for not less than 10 km and then gradually increase the distance. The goal is to participate in as many races as possible in the Viterbo province. There the races are very interesting for the following reasons: they take place around and inside beautiful ancient towns; the fee is not expensive; the swag and the age groups awards consist of local food/craft products and the post race parties are always rich. Sometimes we also get a medal.
Ancient memories – January 1990:
11.2 km in the ancient Etruscan city of Tarquinia. After the end of my race I accompanied my son Paolo Giulio, who at that time was 11 years old, to the finish line. A fast son and a very proud dad!!!!!!
It is good to see you back on your feet. I am trying to do more exercises and walking now
ReplyDeleteBravo, don't give up. Keep on walking!!!!
DeleteA great memory with your son!
ReplyDeleteTake it easy with the running. You don’t want a setback. I understand your eagerness to get out there though.
It's difficult to take it easy but I must do it.
DeleteWell now it's good to read you are out and about once again running and doing ok it seems.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with it all and be safe.
Your son did well.
Thank you. My son is not a regular runner, however he does a couple of workouts every week.
DeleteWell, considering you only started running on 21 January, 54km for that month is not bad at all!
ReplyDeleteNice to see you back to running and lovely to see that photo from 34 years ago. Does your son still run?
At the moment he cannot run because he is solving a problem at the knee, however he is not a regular runner. Too many commitments: family, work, dog, cats ......
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ReplyDeleteI think it is a good idea to start off slowly and build up to the longer faster runs. I like the photo of your son, a happy memory. Take care, have a great day!
Thank you. Have a nice week end.
DeleteGreat that you are back at it. Good luck on your future runs.
ReplyDeleteThank you. Have a nice week end.
DeleteI'm glad to see you are feeling better and back to running! Good luck with you goals and I look forward to following your journey!
ReplyDeleteThank you. My journey will start at the end of march.
DeleteWOOHOO! You have a great plan in place! I look forward to seeing what kind of swag you receive for the races you enter! HaHa Ancient Memories you call them, 1990 is not all that ancient, what great photos you have to look back on!
ReplyDeleteOf course I will show all the swags. 1990: 34 year ago ....
DeleteAlways Nice To See Good Friends
ReplyDeleteCheers
Thank you. All the best.
Deleteglad to hear that you are running again....
ReplyDeletehope, everything goes well with you and your son...
Thank you. Everything o.k.
DeleteAll the best.
It's great to hear that you're running again, Stefano! Your races in Italy have the best swag!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Local products are better than blings and t-shirts.
DeleteI am so so glad you are back to running again, that is such fantastic news! I also simply adore your little friend. I sometimes run across wild burros in the desert near me.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteI like to meet animals during my workouts. Sometimes I stop my runs to socialized with them or to rescue some wounded bird.
It sounds like you've been through quite an ordeal with your fall, but it's fantastic to hear that you're back on your feet and gradually increasing your running mileage again.
ReplyDeleteThat donkey is so cute! I love donkeys!
Happy Thursday, Stefano!
Thank you. I also love all the animals.
DeleteHappy Friday.
I have to start running again :D
ReplyDeleteYes. Please do it!
DeleteGlad to hear you're back to it. Just be good to yourself and remember, Rome wasn't built in a day. Best of luck on all fronts.
ReplyDeleteI agree, I must take it easy.
DeleteThank you.
All the best.
Paso a mandarte un saludo y espero que estés mejor de salud. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteWaving hi as I make my blog rounds and hoping you're not over doing it. One day at a time my friend.
ReplyDeleteHoping now past the end of February that you are still running and that you are fitter then ever, Take care Diane
ReplyDeleteIt's great to hear that you're back to running after your injury! Those paths at the edge of your city sound like a wonderful place to run, especially with the chance to encounter some friendly critters along the way. Keep up the good work and take care of yourself!
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Waving hi, as I swing past in my blog visits.
ReplyDeleteHow are you doing?
ReplyDeleteWaving hi as I make my blog rounds. Hope all is well with you.
ReplyDeleteI hope that all is well. Long time since your fall and I hope that you are back running again. Cheers Diane
ReplyDeleteStay Strong ,
ReplyDeleteCheers
Are you ok?
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you're back to running after your recovery! Sounds like you've got a great plan in place. Keep building up gradually!
ReplyDeleteBeen so long since we've heard from you, thought I'd pop in once more. Just got back from Sicily and am blogging about my tour. Hope things are ok with you and yours.
ReplyDeleteIt's been so long since you shared a story with us! I hope all is well with you!
ReplyDeleteI have your blog saved as a favourite and every now and then check it with hopes you added a post. You shared in a comment on my blog what life looks like for you and I do wish you the best.
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