This week, I took my first steps to get myself back into shape. I got my membership at the local pool here in town. I am a bit slow. I can't push off the wall with both feet yet (the force is too much yet). I plan on building up slowly swimming 3-4 times a week so I can join a masters swim class in November.
I have been spending approximatley 30 minutes a day working on bending and strengthening my knee. I do quad sets, leg lifts and mini squats. In addition, I'm back lifting to strengthen my upper body. I'm also doing ab and core work as well.
I was pretty lenient on myself the first week after my surgery. This second week I have been expecting a lot more. Even though I'm progressing, I stll feel like it isn't enough. I'm impatient to be back to "normal". I realize that I'm putting a lot of unnecessary pressure on myself. A lot of this added pressure is due to the fact that I am planning to start my internship in physical therapy next Monday. I can't say that the staff at my college has been entirely supportive throughout everything. They have been able to arrange for me to start late and do the first two weeks part-time. Still, when I talk to any of them, I get the impression, that they don't think that I am up to it (which is a bit amusing since none of them have seen me in person). I think that I am doing as well or better than anyone who has been through knee surgery within the last two weeks. Their doubt only fuels the fire that is pushing me to get better.
Monday, Aaron and I went to Dearborn to put an order in for a Computrainer. After weighing the pros and cons, I decided that if I am going to only be allowed to ride a bike all winter, I want something that I know will keep me motivated to stay in the saddle.
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Sounds to me like you're doing great! Keep up the good work. Once the people at the college meet you, I'm sure they'll change their mind.
I really like following your recovery!
Hey girl - found your blog from the following list. I read your header and must admit I said "oh shit" out loud when I read about the injury, it's severity, and it's proximity to your big race. I'm so sorry.
But now I've read it all and I can tell you will come back 100% - you have the attitude :) My husband had his ACL repaired a couple of years ago and just did his first marathon. There are no lingering issues. Hang in there.. you will make it back!
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