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  1. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Well, I just came back from my podiatrist's office, and after viewing my MRI, she confirmed that I had peroneal tendinitis, which is a lot better (I think, anyway) than a stress fracture. In addition to the standard RICE protocol, she recommended an orthotic for my shoe and physical therapy...
  2. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thanks, that makes sense... :-)
  3. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    I'm posting here a quote from a veteran Camino-er that was posted on another thread regarding training. I am a big fan of this poster and I value his input. Here he specifically recommends building up to a 25km walk on the weekend, and this was to someone who already walks a lot every day. This...
  4. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you, this sentence is probably the most helpful one I've seen in a long time: "I'd say pick your shoes for maximum comfort, don't worry too much about support on "rocky and cobblestone" trails." As I mentioned in another post, I got the impression from here (and I love this forum, BTW)...
  5. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you very much, that is super helpful. I LOVE the Altras, I can't even describe how comfortable they feel, it's like they were molded to my feet. The woman at the (great) shop where I bought them advised the same, i.e. break them in gradually due to their being zero-rise shoes. She told me...
  6. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thanks, I do have trekking poles that I love and have been using recently. They're made by Black Diamond and were recommended by a monastic friend of mine (and former pilgrim). Hi, thanks, @C clearly. The reason I was having pain while sitting that way has to do with whatever is going on...
  7. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thanks, I will. BTW your profile says you're from Murray, KY. That's my home state! I did a study abroad program in 1985 in Austria that was organized by a professor from Murray State University. Thanks, @JMac56, I really do appreciate your detailed comments, especially given the similarity...
  8. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you for that assessment of the shoe. I currently have Merrell Moabs which I really love, they're comfortable and supportive, with a grippy Vibram sole. I replaced the insoles that came with the shoe, with Superfeet Blue ones. The Altra's feel like I'm wearing a slipper, I can't believe how...
  9. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Yes, I mentioned the Camino to her and whether I'd be okay to walk the Camino, she said "let pain be your guide," so in other words, I can still do it, but should be careful not to overdo it. Seems like good advice. I liked her, she seemed very upbeat and put me at ease. PS The Altra's were so...
  10. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you, yes I did have an MRI done last night, and they gave me a CD with the results. Yay! Today I tried to view it on my computer and my computer locked up. Boo! So I'll have to take it to my doctor(s) and have them analyze the results. I did have an appointment with a podiatrist yesterday...
  11. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you, I am wondering if I AM overtraining, after all. It occurs to me that I'm so active to begin with, that adding these extra "training hikes" was just too much. But I read time and again how important it was to take long walks in order to get used to the Camino, and my quotidian walking...
  12. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Be blunt, I like that! :) I decided about 6 months ago to do the Camino Frances, and for me that means starting in StJPdP. I don't know if you saw my earlier comment, but I'm not absolutely wedded to the idea of seeing every little town or following the Brierley guide to the letter. I'm okay...
  13. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Hi, there. I didn't end up going to REI last night, after all. I have a standing commitment on Tuesdays at 7 and didn't get home until close to 6, so there wasn't time to go there. Also, I'm holding off on the trail runners until I see a podiatrist tomorrow. I want a second opinion about the...
  14. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    No, unfortunately I don’t have access to a swimming pool, at least not reliably. There’s one located in our condo community, but it won’t open until Memorial Day and it’s usually closed by the time I get home. Since I work on Sundays I can usually only get there on a Saturday, and last summer it...
  15. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you, I was sort of assuming that from your earlier comment about not being able to walk more than 8 km without pain. I don't have any pain after walking, regardless of the distance. Sorry about that, I wasn't clear..
  16. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thanks, I have to confess I'm a *bit* dubious about the fracture possibility. Only because from what I can tell, people who experience fractures have constant pain, which I don't. My own experience points more toward a sprain that just hasn't healed. I've made an appointment to see a podiatrist...
  17. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you, I actually read an earlier thread you posted on this subject (I think it was a post from 2 years ago, if I remember correctly). What you describe above sounds a lot like what I read from before. Thank you! I really appreciate the helpful advice. My situation is somewhat different, in...
  18. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thanks, my boot camp is in Alexandria, too. Small world. Yes, I do speak fluent Spanish, so that should help. As for running on the Potomac at 5:30 (I assume you mean AM?), that's awesome. I have too many evening obligations to be able to get up that early!
  19. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thank you, yes I am doing the Camino Frances. (or at least planning to) I did contact Bourricot Express, although that was because I was looking for transportation FROM Pamplona and she only goes the way way. These are all good ideas, thanks. I am thinking more and more it's because of the...
  20. StepheninDC

    Well this sucks-possible stress fracture

    Thanks, @HighlandsHiker, I really appreciate that. My doctor recommended Hoka trail runners, from what I can tell they seem to be very comfortable. I guess I'm surprised because the Merrells I bought have been really comfortable and supportive. I haven't had any foot pain at all walking in them...

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