It's one of those gym days. I went today and bought a pair of Nike Tempo running shorts (they were on sale at the Exchange) because I love all the fun colors, but hate running in shorts. They always bunch up on me in the inner thighs, and I spend the whole time trying to pull them down, so I don't look like a trashy hootchie mama. But, I read some really good reviews saying these don't bunch, and they are so popular, I figured, heck, if everyone is buying them, they must be not be too bad, right?
Wrong. I think I just run weird, because those suckers got sucked up almost immediately. It's like my girly parts are a running shorts vacuum. So... these will be used for non running activities. They are super comfy, though, so I may get a few more pair for lifting and such. Especially since I think I might be injured. AGAIN.
Yes, it's true. I left the gym defeated and wanting to cry the whole 1/2 a mile or so walk home. The worst part is that it's not the same place I was hurt before. It's like my legs really don't like me. I'm 24 for crying out loud, I should not be this injury-prone! I'm trying not let it get me super upset, but darn it! I really like running. I like how it makes me feel, and if I miss a day of running, I want it to be because it's my choice, not because my legs hurt. Plus, I hate, hate, hate, hate the elliptical. And my butt falls asleep on the bike. Remember, no cushion back there.... Haha.
I mean, if it still hurts this bad tomorrow, I guess I just have to suck it up, and ellipticize my life (and hopefully a few pounds...) away. But I'm still kind of sad. I just want them to be strong, and stop getting hurt. I noticed when I was doing my lunges everyday, they seemed better. I think I'm going to start doing more leg work, and pull back on running for a while. Though it breaks my little heart. :(
Oh well. It happens, and I will get through it. Who knows, maybe I'll come back to the States and fall in love with spin. :)
aww I hope you're okay dear! just like you said, you'll get through it so chin up and you'll be fine! xoxo
ReplyDeleteI wear Nike Tempo shorts all the time. I just ordered another pair from Nike.com for only $15! But I do agree, I usually can't run in them. I mess with them too much. I'll wear them for short runs but not if I'm doing a long run because I just don't want to think about it.
ReplyDeleteI hope your leg feels better! I've been toughing out some leg pain, too, and am finally starting to feel better.
It's best to take a break, so you don't get injured from all exercise! There's tons of good stuff on running websites or blogs that take about running form you could check out or get your running gait checked out for correct shoes when you return back to the US.
ReplyDeleteYou should still fall in love with spin though, so fun! Plus, it is a million times better than the elliptical.
Aww sad day. :( I hope your legs feel oh so much better soon so you can run again!
ReplyDeletechin up girl! I feel the same way about injuries because my body always seems to be aching and twinging somewhere. Sometimes you just have to step back from running for a bit- but it will always feel awesome when you go back to it :-)
ReplyDeleteRunning shorts are the devil! They always ride up and leave me feeling chafed and naked.
ReplyDeleteI hope your legs feel better soon!
You really cracked me up with this statement "my girly parts are a running shorts vacuum" you are just too funny!! :) Thats really unfortunate! Maybe you can return them? Have you tried running skirts?
ReplyDeleteI love nike tempos! They never bunch up on me...ugh thats frustrating! Im sorry to hear you might be injured :( Try to ice lots and rest it...I hope it gets better soon. xoxo
ReplyDeleteps- yay we practically are bday twins! :)
I know what you mean about shorts!! It is so annoying! I am sorry about your injuries :( Get better soon!!!
ReplyDeleteNew Follower here! (It seems we have the same taste in blog layout!) I know what you mean about the shorts. I feel SO self-conscious! Tempos are SO cute. I have one pair. I wish they were cheaper.
ReplyDeleteI am also 24, and I also seem to be quite injury prone. It has to be something about the way I run because it's always my achilles tendon that gets hurt.
Sorry to hear about the bunchie, wedgie, uncomfortable riding situation-I live in my tempo's bc those are the only ones that i've tried that haven't munched-under armour are the worst!
ReplyDeleteI hope you find a pair that works!
Ugh, I'm so sorry to here about your legs. Ice, rest, elevation. I really hope you feel better, but the elliptical can be fun if you find a good interval-type workout. :) Stay strong!
ReplyDeleteSome times a few days of rest or lighter work is all it takes to make my legs feel brand new again. Hope yours feel better soon!
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I haven't tried Nike's Tempo running shorts. But I LOVE Lululemon's Run: Speed Short. I swear by all 3 pairs that I have in different colours.
ReplyDeleteI hope your legs heal soon!
Don't push your body to work through that pain you may need to vary up your workouts a bit and take a full day off of running. I'd say try doing some upper body strength to get your arms stronger... So many people forget that we pump our arms when we run and we need to be strong in our upper body to take the stress OFF our legs when we run! Pumping your arms when running is something you should make an effort to consciously do, you'll see improvements I swear
ReplyDeleteMy shorts do that too!! I dont know why!?
ReplyDeleteDon't stress yourself out...Take some rest time... You'll be home SO soon. Stay positive :)
I heart all things Nike. :) Hope you feel better soon!
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