Thanks for joining Kim and Me for the Weekly Run Down. While I am kind of bummed about the no running thing for now. At least I have answers and a plan of action. See here if you missed that post. I am looking on the bright side this week because I have lots to be thankful for.
Looking on the bright side
Monday 45 min Peloton + stretch + 60 min strength training
Cycling does not seem to bother my hamstring and hip. Bright side right!? Starting to add in some more focused hip exercises into my strength training sessions.
Tuesday- 55 min Peloton + Begin Physical Therapy
I took the time to do the both the pre and the post warm up before my ride today. It made a huge difference in how I felt. Face palm! Seems super obvious right? I need to take the time to do this every time I ride.
I had my first Physical Therapy appointment and we spent most of the session doing assessments and tests. I am hopeful that I can tackle these issues (bright side) but I have the feeling it’s going to take a lot longer than I would like. Patience is not one of my virtues.
Wednesday- 30 min Peloton + 90 min strength training
I again did my pre ride stretch and I am committed to doing it each time. I did some boxing and lots of arm and abs today. I checked out a new Infra Red Sauna and stretch place. (see review here) As you can see, I am taking this rehab thing quite seriously. I am pretty much willing to try any and everything to get back to running as soon as possible.
Thursday- 30 min Peloton cycle & warm up + 20 min of PT exercises
I woke up completely pain free for the first time in weeks! Was it the infrared sauna and stretch? I don’t know but I will take it. Bright side indeed!
My son came home from college for Thanksgiving break. Love having everyone in the same house even if just for a short time.
Friday- 45 min Peloton + one hour of PT
This PT is not for the faint of heart! Some of the “therapies” hurt quite a bit. I will spare you the photo but I have a nice bruise on my hamstrings from cupping. I also worked out a whole series of at home exercises I will be doing daily. It’s going to be a lot of work but I am determined to get back out there. My range of motion/rotation in my hips was much better this week. Ready for the weekend!
Saturday- 45 min yoga flow and restorative + PT exercises
The kids gave me a really fantastic set of restorative yoga pillows and gear so I set up a little corner for my yoga practice. Namasté.
Sunday- rest day and PT stretches
Over all, I am feeling a lot this week and hopeful that I am on the mend. Tell me what was one bright side to your week? Happy Thanksgiving week everyone!
Gosh Deborah I know how you feel! I am so glad you have a plan I’m place and are already noticing differences/benefits. This week I felt pretty ok and there were quite some night sides. But the brightest is that I’m officially allowed to run again. Pretty much 3 months exactly sine I had the incredible pain from the bulging disc. I’m going forward cautiously.
I know you know how I feel! It’s so frustrating at times. So glad that you are on road back to running stay healthy
A great combination of PT, strength training, cardio, stretching and yoga! You’ll be back to normal soon.
I know how it feels, I was out of running for 10 months and had to be very patient. I hope your healing will take less long!
wow that is a long time! Patience is not my virtue at all. I am working hard though
The fact that you are taking the recovery “bull by the horns” so to speak is going to pay off! It’s crazy how tight runners’ hips get. And you do so much yoga too. I don’t get it! Enjoy having everyone home this week!
I am not sure I get it either but yes I am doing everything I can to get back out there asap
You have a solid plan & a great attitude!! Each day will get you closer to complete healing & restoration, you got this!!!
Thanks I sure hope it’s soon!
My 5k yesterday (and the nice weather that didn’t stick around long) + Lola turning 14 were the bright spots in my week.
Jelly of the restorative yoga pillows! I have my eyes on a few things I need to get in that vein for Black Friday. Like a real bolster!
You are doing great! I know it’s frustrating, but you’re going to come out the other side so much stronger & I bet running will feel amazing then.
thanks Judy I sure hope so! It’s hard as you know. I highly recommend the bolsters I got from the kids. I suspect you can find some good sales on them this week
My bright spot was a Thanksgiving lunch at the kids’ school. It was so fun to see them during the day! Good luck with your recovery. It’s awful being injured, but you are doing amazing (more than I did when I was injured!) staying active AND stretching, etc. Way to go!
Having the opportunity to participate in the kids’ school things are always fun. I am trying really hard thanks!
I’m so happy that you can still enjoy the Peloton cycle and yoga classes. Such a great way to get in workouts while dealing with an injury!
Peloton has been a life saver during all of this!
I’m happy to hear that you’re feeling some better! Here’s hoping that it’s a short-lived injury! How thoughtful of your children, that’s a great addition to your yoga corner.
Enjoy your time with your son while he’s home on break!
Thanks for the linkup!
It was a great gift yes. I love it when both kids are home at once even if it is only for a short time. Have a happy Thanksgiving
I love restorative yoga–where did they find the pillows? I’m so glad you are focused forward. Enjoy your time with your family and the rehab will happen!
I will check on where they found the pillow set and let you know. It’s a good one! Always have to be focused forward
I just added clam shells back into my rotation. They are so good for us! It sounds like you are tackling your injury from all angles — love the IR stretch session, that sounds fantastic. LOL on the warm up/cool down making a difference. I usually do a short dynamic warm-up before spinning and try to remember to do some hip stretches after. Yay on waking up pain-free! Hope that becomes normal again.
I sure hope it becomes normal again too soon. The last few days have been better but I sure do miss running
I’m glad you know what it is and have a PT plan in place. Knowing is half the battle. I hate when I’m not sure what’s wrong with me…I just know something is wrong.
Hopefully this treatment works fast and you are back to running soon!
Thanks so much Montana!
Oh yes, I know what you mean about PT… it takes a lot of time! I have been pretty good about getting my exercises done every day, but will be out of town for a few days so I hope I can keep it up. Our dedication will pay off, right?? Enjoy your week with the family!
Yes I sure hope our dedication will pay off! It is a heck of a lot of work to stay healthy
I’m so glad that the PT is working. I hear you on the “doh” with the warm up and cool down for Peleton, when I’m in a time crunch it’s so tempting to short change the prep so that I can focus on the workout…and long term we both know where that gets us.
Yes exactly! I really need to be better about warm ups
Yay on waking pain free. Ouch re: cupping. Hope the bruising passes relatively quickly and the warmups continue to help.
Grateful for friends & family to celebrate 40 with
Yes me too! Thanks
No update from me this week as I’m away and don’t want to advertise that directly on my blog. But a real upside for me has been being able to run by the sea! Also hooray for no pain and well done for getting on so well with your exercises.
Running by the sea is always a plus. Enjoy your travels and thanks for checking in today
yes…patience…so tough with an injury but at least you have many other ways of staying in shape – peleton, yoga, etc.
Happy Thanksgiving.
Thanks I am trying to keep up my fitness while recovering. Happy Thanksgiving to you
It does suck that you cannot run but I am glad you can still use the Peloton bike. Looks like you are doing everything you can to get better and for sure you’ll be out there running again. I just read your review of the Infrared Sauna and I found a location in Chicago. It is $50 for 45 minutes which isn’t a bad deal.
Sounds like you are doing all you can to get put this injury behind you as soon as possible. I know how frustrating it is to have to step away from running. I’m wishing you a very speedy recovery!
Yes I know you have been there too! Hope to be back out there soon
So glad you’re feeling better and optimistic! It’s great that you’ve been able to do so many other good workouts, even though I know you miss running. Sending healing vibes your way Deborah!
Thanks and yes I really miss running
That’s great news! I tried infrared light therapy once. It was for a sprained ankle and it seemed to help quite a bit. I had a friend tell me that she’s been going weekly because of a bum knee and it’s showing progress. Hope it helps you!
I really do think it helps. I am going again this week
Glad that things are improving! It sounds like you are throwing everything you can at this injury which is great. Not only will it help you recover quickly but hopefully it was also make you a stronger runner in general!
I sure hope so thanks Lisa
Glad that you were feeling a lot better by the end of the week! It sounds like you’ve got a good plan to get back to running soon.
Thanks I sure hope so
Good on you for sticking to your PT! I’ve been wanting to try out stretch smart, and recently met someone who works there. Waking up pain-free sounds like a pretty good reason to go back!
Loved it! Hope you have the chance to check it out soon
I love how focused you are on doing all the things needed to get you back on the road. Starting to look very positive indeed. I’ve had cupping down before to my shoulder area so I know exactly how those bruises look!
Thanks I am trying!