Exercise Update

[amberfocus]

We went swimming tonight and I did 30 laps plus I did 40 minutes with water weights while I was waiting for the lap lane to be vacated.  It was the lowest weight ones they have.  It's going to take some strength building for me to get to the ones with the greatest resistance, but that's okay.  I took baby steps to get where I am in swimming laps, I can definitely do that with the water weights, too.  I've started kicking again with my right leg only.  Feels a little weird, but it didn't hurt or anything and I'm sure I can get used to it again.

Oh, I took my measurements again the other night and I've lost 8 inches since 9/17, 3.5 of which came off my waist!  No wonder all my pants are so loose.  I've lost a good bit off my arms, too, and of course my bust.  My hips not so much, probably from the lack of kicking, but I am just totally happy about what I've done despite my injury.  It just goes to show what you can do when you put the work in.

I'll see the doctor again tomorrow and get another ultrasound treatment on my knee.  Then I'm not sure if I'll have anymore before the MRI on the 19th or not.  I don't know what I want to happen on the MRI.  If it's a new injury then I might have to go through this all over again and I really don't want surgery.  If it's just something I tweaked badly then I'm probably looking at physical therapy because it's still pretty bad despite lots of elevation and ice.  I know I am capable of putting the work in.  Swimming has proven that to me, but the idea of adding anything in that might hurt or make things hurt more sccares me.  I guess all I can do is wait and see.

I wanted to say thank you to everyone who has sent me so much support lately.  I know I suck at answering comments right now, but don't think that I don't appreciate every single one because I do.  You guys have all been so amazing.  So thank you.

 

Comments

[juliet316]

*hugs* Hopefully everything goes well and you don't end up having to have surgery.

[sigmastar79.livejournal.com]

I just want you to feel better and not be in anymore pain.

I have my fingers crossed for you and daphna(my 7 year old) said a prayer for you too

[housemaid79.livejournal.com]

8 inches?!?! That is amazing - and in such a short time!

As for your knee, I can really relate to not wanting to have another surgery as well as your fears regarding physical therapy. I am definitely keeping you (and your knee) in my prayers.

[develish1]

yay for you, you're doing so well despite the knee problems. hope it's good news at the MRI, will keep things crossed for you :)

[amyo67.livejournal.com]

COngratulations on the progress.. That's amazing.

*hugs you*

[graceofgod10.livejournal.com]

Oh sweetei! I know I haven't been around much lately, but the only excuse I have is that exams at uni. But they're over for the year now, so I should be around a bit more now... hopefully to give you some support over the next little while. Sounds like you have it all under control, but having others to lean on is always nice.

Keep your chin up darl, and I'll catchya next time the merry-go-round stops. :)

[jellybean728.livejournal.com]

Congratulations on your weight loss!!!

Sorry your knee is still being so much trouble. I hope it turns out to be something that doesn't require surgery and rehab again.

[qtrhorserider.livejournal.com]

*Hugs* don't mention it, just get better.

[yavie-namarie.livejournal.com]

Just a suggestion, but when it comes to icing your knee, I don't know if you've heard of Polar Care (http://www.breg.com/cold-therapy/polar-care-500.html)?... It's a machine that uses ice in a cooler to ferry ice cold water to a pad that wraps around your knee, and will stay cold for fairly long periods of time. I used one after my surgery, and it really helped keep the swelling down. Anyway, it's just a suggestion.
I hope things start looking up soon in that respect! =)

[imzadimylove.livejournal.com]

8 inches! That is fantastic! You are truly inspiring - I'm struggling to lose weight as well, and just knowing what you have accomplished - with a bum knee to boot - brings me a lot of hope. Thank you for sharing.

I hope that you don't end up needing surgery. Keep up the good work!