Feel the burn

Who thinks about their toenails? If you're a runner, you definitely do. I keep mine at a "healthy" length... My typical 2 are driving me crazy- go figure 2.5 weeks before a big race.... I have them "lifted" to allow the pressure to equalize. The blood comes out and they feel a whole lot better... Except not at all. My local wore off exactly 19 minutes ago, at which point I awoke in a good bit of pain. I feel so stupid and weak for having it done. Last time the relief was extraordinary. This time, not so much. I still have 2,2,3,6 and 10 left this week, and I'm hell bent on finishing at 2:10 or better this year. I need every ounce of training I can get.