These last couple of years my body has been speaking to me. It’s been telling me something I don’t particularly want to hear. It’s reminding me in not-so-subtle ways that I’m getting older. Since my late thirties, I’ve been fighting a valiant battle against my steadily increasing age by staying active; not just running, but… Read More The Chronicles of Hernia: Comeback
Currently, when I look down at my belly I see two things I don’t like. The first thing is the scars. There’s one on each side of my stomach and one particularly gnarly one at the top of my belly button. They’ve been healing since my hernia surgery a week and a half ago, scabbing… Read More The Chronicles of Hernia: Recovery
Dual Hernia. After weeks of resting, a handful of intimate doctors’ appointments, and a lot of waiting, I was finally given an official diagnosis: dual hernia. Surgery has been scheduled for mid-September and there will be at least another four weeks of recover. However, given how cautious I want to be about the thin pieces… Read More The Chronicles of Hernia: Diagnosis
Running is a very healthy hobby. Ask any runner and we’ll be happy to tell you all about it. And if you’d rather not hear a dissertation about the joys of fitness, a quick glance at a runner’s Twitter or Instagram feed tells the story: early mornings, healthy food choices, split times, before and after… Read More Reason I Run #3: Extended Lifespan
The Reluctant Runner 