I have been progressing in PT every week or so, however last night I had reality handed to me on a bozu ball. I was trying to do some balancing on my left side, focusing on my left glute and hamstrings, but no matter how hard I willed it my muscles would not cooperate. I …
Category: Injury
A Story
If you see me walking down the street you would never know that almost 6 months ago I had major surgery to repair my broken hip. I have no visible limp, you cannot see any signs of surgery and I have a smile on my face. Swimming on the other hand leaves me very exposed, …
Come a long way
Swimming has become a big part of my life since the accident. Beyond being a great cardio workout and an amazing way to tone every muscle, swimming is incredibly freeing. When I am in the water I can move my body as I wish with no fear of pain or injury. I can get my …
A Meal of Oats
After an emotional Tuesday, Wednesday was much better. I went to PT and worked out with my trainer. It's not an easy workout even though many of the movements are quite simple and small. And after yesterday's reflection about my current limitations, it felt great to move around and witness my progress completing certain exercises. …
WIAW – Forever Changed
Life will continue to surprise you all of the time. New opportunities will come your way, friends will come and go and accidents will happen. My accident happened on the last day of June and now my life is forever changed. My recovery has been going very well and the check-in with my surgeon yesterday …
Floating
Even though my surgeon has not prescribed daily physical therapy the only way that I am going to build up my leg muscle is by exercising. So almost every day after work I try my best to workout in some capacity. My go to is swimming because it is the best cardio workout I can …
The Bike
In addition to swimming I have been cleared to ride a bike. As much as I really dislike the stationary bike at the gym I have learned to embrace it as an alternative way to move my body and keep active. In the pool you can't listen to music or read a book so …
Long days call for good dinners
Saturdays - a day for sleeping AND getting things done! While the cat did not let me sleep in very much I did keep my eyes closed past my normal wake up call. Then I was off to the pool for some exercise, I did some grocery shopping and dropped off laundry and met a …
WIAW – WALKING!!!
Yesterday was a very big day. It started with a delicious two part breakfast PART 1: Sunbutter and Banana while reading blogs PART TWO: then my favorite lunar bar flavor (peanut butter cookie) got me through my early 7am work day Lunch included some carrots and hummus and some green salsa for the main course …
The Importance of Walking
I know that I am not fully mobile on two feet yet, but hopefully next week is the week I get rid of the extra limbs I've had for 2 months. Despite still using my crutches I still try to go for as many walks as I can. Even at work, when it's easier to …
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