08.11.06-08.17.06
well, i tried to follow my therapist’s advice and took everything down a notch or two… or three. it was my friend’s bachelorette party and wedding this weekend so that helped keep me from going insane. still, i feel like i barely did anything. i can see how it’s helped speed up the recovery though. my knee hurts less and it hasn’t been swelling up as much.
friday 08.11:
rest day
saturday 08.12:
rest
sunday 08.13:
rest
monday 08.14:
1hr spin class
tuesday 08.15:
physical therapy: cardio warmup, upper and lower body strength exercises
wednesday 08.16:
30 min elliptical @ gym
1000 meter swim (ladder)
thursday 08.17:
physical therapy: cardio warmup, upper and lower body strength exercises
30 min elliptical @ gym
Categories: Training Logs
How’s it going, Liz?!? Hoping your recovery is coming along “swimmingly.”
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Hi Liz… just checkin’ in hoping you will check in…
Thanks for checkin’ in… i appreciate that. I hope you are feeling MUCH better and are back to 100 percent soon, Liz.
*HUGS*
Hey… I know it sucks not to be at it 100%, but it sounds like you’re doing the smart thing by listening to your physical therapist’s advice. I hope you’re finding ways to treat yourself to fun things during the resulting free time– good movies, good food, time with friends, etc.
-Jen
How are you doing Liz? I started training for my triathlon at my university! It is so exciting! I hope you feel better soon!
i just wanted to express my absolute admiration for you. i admire your yearning and desire to continue with cycling after an accident like you had. i think that makes you a very strong, amazing person.
5 months ago i went to buy a road bike (after months of deliberation — i am extremely short and it was difficult to find one small enough for a good price) from a guy who lived near me. long story short, i made it about 2 feet (if that) while testing riding it before completely losing balance and hitting the ground. i was lucky that my head didn’t hit the ground. it tore my jeans open and ripped into my knee. it’s still scarred and sore to the bones. i am sick at the thought of getting on another road bike. i even tried to buy a mountain bike and my nerves were too much for me.
so i just wanted you to know that someone thinks the progress you have made is awe-inspiring.
jessica
K: thanks for always checking on me. you’re really amazing. i haven’t been feeling like my usual happy self lately. it could just be a bad case of exercise withdrawal… your messages keep putting a smile on my face though
Jen: thanks for your kind and wise words. i guess i’m being a big narrow minded. one of my co-workers keeps telling me this is a good time to find another hobby yet i can’t even imagine doing anything that is not active ! you are right though. i need to appreciate my new found free time instead of dwelling on how much i should be or could be training.
Mary: wow ! i am SO excited for you ! what distance are you doing ? when ? where ??
Jessica: thank you SO much for your comment. i honestly don’t know what to say. i don’t tend to think of myself as inspiring, but i would be truly happy if my experience helps you in any way. i know how difficult it can be to get back on the bike after a fall. have you considered spinning classes ? it might help you get used to being on a bike, etc. also, it might be a good idea to have someone with you when you decide to ride again. one of my former co-workers learned to ride a bike about 2 years ago. he was in his late 30s. yes, he fell a couple of times at first, but you should see him now !! it sounds like you already know how to ride though and just need a little practice. trust me, we all do at first. even now, i sometimes still feel as graceful as the jolly green giant on my bike, but some days are better than others or at least that’s the way i choose to see it. if cycling is something you really want to do, don’t let anything keep you from it. i understand it might take some time, but it will get better. so be careful and good luck. let me know if i can help somehow.