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Lehi,UT,

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Jul 19, 2008

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Fri, May 22, 2009
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Swam 82 laps in around 44 minutes.  I beleive that is about 1.16 miles.  I'm not very fast, but it feels like it gives me a workout.  Wish I knew how to flip when I turnaround.

Hit the breaking point and was able to get in and see a doctor about the achilles.  Basically, it is what I thought......it's got some inflammation.  He suggested not running for 2-3 weeks and got me a perscription for an anti-inflammatory as well as some heel inserts.  Really, I'm willing to try anything as I can feel pain just walking the last few days.  I'll stick with swimming, weight lifting, and will try the stationary bike and elliptical if it doesn't cause pain.  Hopefully this goes away.

Comments
From Ericka on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 16:39:25 from 66.182.89.5

I've tried it both ways, flipping and just grabbing and turning. I actually like grabbing the wall better if I'm not racing or being competative. It is nice to know how to flip though. It can feel pretty wierd if you've never done it.

Hope your achilles starts feeling better!

From Jeff on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 17:11:19 from 158.140.1.28

I would be so much faster if I could flip. I've tried teaching myself, but it ends up in disaster.

From Phoenix on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 14:01:30 from 67.182.210.10

Good luck with your rehab. Hopefully because your injury is recent, the anti-inflammatories will be all you need.

I'd be careful about using the heel inserts for too long because they could shorten your achilles.

What did you think of Betteridge?

From Jeff on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 19:32:53 from 66.29.163.1

Thanks for the advice on the heel inserts. I thought Betteridge was pretty good. I very rarely have to go to the doctor, so half the battle for me is feeling that the reason I am going is a legit reason. Betteridge certainly made me feel like it was a good reason. I'm glad I went and thanks again for the reference.

He also prescribed some flexor patches that I apply directly to the skin, and suggested I get in and get some PT for a couple weeks.

I can't believe how long you've been fighting the achilles annoyance. That's got to be frustrating. I hope mine is fine in a couple of weeks.

From Ericka on Sun, May 24, 2009 at 23:35:53 from 71.36.87.136

My flipping brings all the boys to the yard, I could teach you, but I'd have to charge.. jk

Yeah, when you're doing that many laps it would be annoying to grab and turn. Just find a longer pool and you won't notice it as much ;)

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