And then things got complicated

So...last weekend I was scheduled to run my longest training run of 20 miles. I got my things set up and started out. It was chilly but not horrible. I was feeling pretty comfortable. I did a loop and then stopped at home for a Gu and to pick up my sleeves because I was feeling chilly. I did another loop and stopped again at home at about 10 miles. Then I just didn't want to go on. I was feeling okay. I wasn't sore or hurting or tired. I just had no interest in continuing on. So I went inside.

I felt guilty about stopping but figured this feeling would pass and I had finished 19 miles and would be okay in my training even though I didn't finish the 20.

Then early in the week I was getting on my train to go to work and I slipped on the steps heading down into the lower level of seats. It happened quickly. And I landed square on my tailbone. People around me reached out for me but no one was able to save me. The pain shot through me and I was unable to move from the shock. Everyone was staring and I was just holding my breath and waiting for the moment to pass. Someone got up and gave me their seat and others went to find a conductor. Long story short here...I got some ice and some anti-inflammatory medication. I sat awkwardly the rest of the ride and managed to get to work. But I couldn't sit and left work early to come home and ice my backside.

Now it has been about a week since I have been on a run. I still feel pain when sitting or walking. I'm not as uncomfortable as I was the first day. But I'm not sure what to do besides wait for my body to heal. I called my physical therapist friend to ask her just how hard it would be to break my tailbone. But even if it was broken, they can't cast it so I would still just be waiting around!

I've tested the waters a few times but running across the street but my body is telling me not to do that. I'm getting a little nervous but I know there isn't much I can do at this point. Mostly I have my fingers crossed. Maybe tomorrow???