natethomas wrote:
swb384 wrote:
Does it hurt going down stairs? That’s always been the sign for me it’s IT pain if stairs are painful, but to your point IT pain has typically been an issue for me when running and not on the bike (unless it’s REALLY hurting me)Nothing going down the stairs. Only pain when I pick the intensity up on the bike. Plan is to take 5-7 days off the bike, then ease back in to things. Currently in day two of that plan.
That’s a good plan. I have frequent injuries and when something presents like this I generally follow the same plan. If you don’t seem to have improvement when you get back on take another week.
I wouldn’t make any fit adjustments unless you have modified something recently. I’ve found most injuries to be overuse, even if your volume has been similar other things can affect it: sleep, recent intensity, other sports, etc. Once inflamed it takes a while to settle, but should be good to go in 1-2 months.
I’d also recommend strength training if you haven’t done any recently. I’ve found IT band to be heavily influenced by glute work and can help clear it up faster.
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theyellowcarguy: Apr 9, 24 16:52