Running after a broken ankle - anyone been through the same?

mefergus30

Hello, on 17th May I fell during a half marathon (8 miles in and on-track for a PB!) and fractured my fibula (the non-weight bearing part of the ankle)

I was loving running, loving life, and feeling great. Three months later I've taken a nose-dive and am half a stone heavier, struggling with the motivation to go to the gym (for cross training, non-impact work) and generally feeling fat and unhealthy.

According to my physio I'm v close to being able to run again (he estimates a few weeks) and am awaiting the outcome of my London Marathon ballot in October. (It would be my first marathon)

I'd love to hear from people who are / have been in a similar position; I'm itching to start running again and really struggling with losing the weight I've gained as I love food!

Thanks

Mary

cyndit1

I felt compelled to answer because in 2012 i broke my foot on my last long run before taper for my 2nd marathon....talk about devastated. 3 months non weight bearing...it was awful. In early 2013 I was able to get back to running having gained a ton of weight and lost almost all my fitness. I have since run many (like 14) halfs since then and am now training for the NYC Marathon and I am the fittest I have ever been in my life. I tell you this because YOU CAN DO IT!!!!! It will take time to get over the fear and the residual stiffness and it will be hard work but it is worth it and you will come back stronger and smarter as an athlete. trust me.

sunglasses_and_ocean_waves

No I have not been through this but I went through cancer and with that, 5 surgeries. I was unable to work out for a very long time. I found speed walking hills to be an exceptional replacement. Low impact was fine for recovery.

Good luck to you.