I'll keep this short as I don't have the heart to write more. Basically, during my attempt at the Cactus Rose 100, I felt a sharp pain in my right Achilles about 30 miles in. This was a recurrence of the injury that had sidelined me for two weeks earlier in the season. I tried to power hike on for another 15 miles but it became clear it wasn't getting any better. Weighed my options of pushing through on a race that meant so much to me and doing further damage and decided to drop.
Since then, mostly I've rested and tried to get my mind of running for a while. I did a Stairmaster session and there was little pain in the Achilles, so if this continues I may be back to running soon. But I'll be sure to listen for any pain and not push it.
I'm trying to have some perspective. There will be other races. I was already signed up for the Bandera 100K and Rocky Raccoon 100 Mile, so if I heal I'll have these to look forward to.
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