Bum Knee

My knees have been bothering me for a couple weeks now. After my first boot camp, when I realized I would be running, I knew I needed to get new shoes. Jason and I headed over to Sports Authority and I got myself a new pair of comfy, expensive Mizuno running shoes. Who knew shoes cost so much? The minute I put them on my feet I knew why. My feet were in Heaven. I could definitely tell a difference and thought that maybe running would not be so bad with these dreams on my feet. Then, after a couple boot camps my knees started hurting. I thought maybe I lunged wrong or maybe my knees were just getting used to running, especially since it was outside on the hard pavement. I didn't know what to think, I just knew I needed Motrin, which I have never needed before!

I decided to give my knees a little break, more than just Sunday, so I didn't exercise today. But it was such a nice day I decided to take Jenna on a walk to the park. I put on my running shoes and enjoyed the beautiful day. Everything was great until later-more pain-more Motrin. I mentioned this to my friend and she said, "It's your shoes." "It can't be my shoes-these are good, expensive, brand new running shoes!" Yeah, bummer, because I think she is right.. Anyone else experience this? Now what do I do-get new shoes? What I really need is a new knee. I will definitely have more empathy when I hear others complain about their knee problems. It stinks!