From That to This
We all know it’s a struggle. I am not going to be the one who tries to sugar coat it. I’m just going to continue to relate my experiences so you have something to compare to, so you know someone else might be going through the same crap.
I sometimes wonder if the impact would have been different if I started posting about the ‘event’ as it occurred, but I came to realize that it would probably be far less significant, as 6 weeks ago I had no idea I wouldn’t touch a weight let alone a workout.
We reach today: my first workout, at least that I will classify as a workout, but outside of this scenario I’d classify today’s workout as a warm up…anyways, I worked out today.
Two sets of 12 swings and 5 push ups followed by three sets of 8 ring rows and 8 squats. Impressive I know.
In my head I should be happy that I got that much done with minimal pain, but instead I see what I used to do:
And compare it to what I’m able to do right now:
It’s a significant difference.
Yet, I’m taking care of myself, and trying to be the role model that actually rests when bad injuries creep up and not just push through despite the pain.
In the meantime I’m anxiously waiting to see how I feel tomorrow.
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You worked hard to get there once, now you have to do it again. You WILL get there. At least you are able to finally lift and move, no matter how minimal it may be. Hang in there. You will be back to the big bells in no time!!
I am confident you will get there again Pam! I have empathy for you, I would be dying too. But listen to your body not your mind. You’re a strong chick, you’ll bounce back soon. If you weren’t as fit perhaps the healing process would take longer.