It really does work!!

Yes, Yes it does really work. 

The IT Band Wrap really works!!

I know, I was the first to be skeptical how a simple band around your leg could make all the pain go away. 

But after yesterdays pain free 5k run I am a believer, this was my second pain free run with the IT Band wrap. 

I have been running on the treadmill, my PT told me to keep my running surface fairly flat and even, and around where I live it's just not possible. I live in a fairly hilly area of Toronto and the pavement is not even at all. 

I actually don't mind running on the treadmill, it's where I started off and I'm sure once the winter months come around it's where I will be doing most of my running. 

I had a GREAT 40min run yesterday, I actually could not believe it and was waiting for the pain to start after 30min but it never came. I could have run for another 10min I'm sure, but wanted to play it safe and didn't want to push it. 

With the race only 5 days away I'm feeling really confident and excited to be racing on Saturday. 

I really haven't followed any training plans for this race since I have been running injured since May, not sure if that is a good thing or not. I will try to get 3 more runs in before Thursday, giving myself 2 rest days before the race and hope for the best come Saturday. 

I know I already said this... but I'm super excited for Saturday!! 

The plan for this week is to eat really clean, get plenty of sleep, lots of IT Band stretching, using the Foam roller everyday and my strengthening exercises for my Abs and Hip. 

I'm seeing my PT tomorrow for our weekly appointment, I'm not sure if I should tell her I'm using the IT Band Wrap... I almost feel like I'm cheating on her. 

Happy Running 

This Run has been brought to you by IT Band Wrap

Thanks to Marlene and Emz for suggesting the IT Band Wrap!! !! 

What is a IT Band Wrap you ask? 

It is a wrap with a compression pad that goes around your leg and helps stabilize the IT Band and reduce rubbing on the femoral. It also absorbs stress, reducing the stress on outside of the knee. 

I picked the IT Band Wrap at the Running Room on Monday for $21.99 and after todays run I think this was money well spent. 

I was able to have an Amazing 30min Pain Free Run... not a hint of the IT Band at all, not even at the 30min mark. I kept waiting for the pain but it never came. 

I didn't want to push my luck, so after 30min I stopped running and finished my work out with a 10minute walk (still pain free). I'm VERY happy !! 

I'm not planing on stoping any of the things I have been doing so far to help with the IT Band ... but I do think this is a great addition to help me get over it while still being able to run. 

Thanks again for all your input and suggestions.

Happy Running