The resurrection of this thread is timely for me. SIck of foot pain (PF), I have resolved to not run or walk a significant step until the pain is gone (and I feel "bulletproof").
Just resting is passive. I want to be pro-active.
1) I am fat @ 205 lbs (sad). No running (or significant walking) until reach my ideal weight of 160. Non-negotiable. Gotta think carrying around 21% less weight will be easier on the feet.
2) Finishing up a 6 day prescribed prednisone cycle, starting 7 day motrin cycle.
3) Stretch, stretch, stretch. I know this helps. Can't be swayed on that one.
4) Ride the bike. I am very familiar with this. I sold my road bike a few years ago, so I am resigned to riding the stationary bike for a while. I have a ton of experience with them, but not lately. Over the last 3 weeks I have built up to 55 minutes per session, 6 days a week. It is a more a mental process than physical, and I am taking it slow.
I don't see anything magical about what coach backstretch has prescribed here. Some long, some workouts. That is what I have always done.
I guess my point is, the bumping of this thread was in sync with what I am trying to do. Being proactive feels good. I must sit the bike.