Can't run faster than easy pace...leg doesn't want to move

mrdavidalexander wrote:

I ran a marathon in October and then a 5k a week later. Ever since the the 5k I haven't been the same running wise. If I try to run faster than easy pace, my left leg just loses control and it take all my will power to make it move correctly. I feel like something is off. PT and orth med doc said my pelvis is aligned. My x-ray didn't show any FAI. I have not pain when running. Any clue?

I did start biking a lot and harder than I ever had after the marathon so maybe this has something to do with it>

I've had this before, and lots of others here have as well. Try to find a post by 'hillrunner' or something like that about the leg imbalance, there are something like 1000 posts on it. If I find it I'll post it here.

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loss of coordination in leg. ultra-long thread, short version is try lots of hip strength, then try time off from running,then ???

combination of your glute medius muscle on the affected leg and your transverse abdominals not working properly.

do lots of clamshell raises on the affected leg, and learn how to deadlift really heavy weight properly.