Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Slow going

My ability to run (jog) has definitely diminished this month.  This afternoon in perfect October weather I only managed 13 min jogging out of 40.  Calves are fine but sharp twinges in right hamstring now..  so will just take things a bit easy.

Had physical last week and doc suggested it might be worth trying CoQ10 supplement.  CoQ10 production in the body is impaired by statins which can be a factor in muscle pain.  Worth a shot, though the stuff is damned expensive.  Found some on 2 for 1 sale at Walgreens, which helps.  If it actually works it will be well worth the money anyway.  We'll see how things are going a month from now.  Also changed hypertension meds, which seems to have knocked 10-15 mm Hg off both systolic and diastolic readings.  Apparently it takes 2 - 3 weeks for the effect of the new meds to stabilize, but it's a promising start.

Peace.   ...    Steve

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