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C25K sidelined by bursitis of the knee

MamaGab92
MamaGab92 Posts: 77 Member
edited February 18 in Fitness and Exercise
I started C25K about two weeks ago. The first week went fine and I did all of the workouts without too much trouble. Last Tuesday I tried W2,D1 and immediately my left knee started hurting. It has been excruciating ever since. I've been icing and taking ibuprofen. Have not gone running since. This morning I went to the doctor and she said I have bursitis in my knee. I am going to start a short course of prednisone and get some aspirin cream. Also she wants me to see a physical therapist about strengthening the surrounding muscles to (hopefully) prevent future problems.

I am really frustrated. I am new to running (except for 30 years ago in middle school) and I have been really excited about the C25K program. I really want to run! My doctor tried to discourage me from running and suggested I try a stationary bike or elliptical instead. She said, "Starting to run at your age (47) is really dangerous." I don't have access to a nearby gym or the money to buy equipment for my house. Besides, I WANT to run.

Do you think it is possible for me to get over the bursitis and actually complete the C25K program? My goal is to run a 5K before the end of 2014.

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  • Eric_DeCastro
    Eric_DeCastro Posts: 767 Member
    I'm always afraid of getting an injury so bad that my DR says no running. sorry to hear about your injury. I hope you get better and the DR gives you the green light to run again.
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