Month: January 2018

1/21/18: Keeping Track of PT Exercises

Would folks be willing to share how they keep track of their PT exercises?

I think the “right” way to do this is simply to find the way that works for you, and ensures that you do it consistently. Maybe that’s on paper or in an app, but I know from coaching clients in exercise & nutrition that tracking/keeping data on any activity is the way to create change.

My ADHD makes me a major Out-of-Sight-Out-of-Mind type and I need to keep a constant visual reminder for myself in plain sight. I also set alarms/reminders on my phone to do the exercises, and hook some of them onto an already-established routine, like brushing my teeth and doing calf raises.

What do you all do?

1/18/18: “…but at least it’s not my hamstring.”

Den of Positivity, Day 73 (44 PO):

I have all kinds of new pain popping up as my body’s muscles compensate for the weak hamstrings. Today it’s the IT band (outside of thigh) and the adductors (inside of thigh). And it hurts, but it’s not the hamstrings hurting, which is a hugely calming thought, since I still have fears about that new attachment being torn off again. So yes, it hurts, and yes, it’s *another* pain to deal with, and pain just…sucks. But it’s not the hamstrings.

And then I thought, maybe that’s a good coping mantra for my life in general…

  • Car didn’t pass state inspection because the license plate’s reflective quality has worn off? Well that’s a pain in the ass – but it’s not as bad as that time I tore all three hamstrings clean off the bone…
  • Late paying a bill because I just can’t pay it right now? That’s frustrating and worrisome – but it’s not my hamstrings.
  • Daughter fell on the bus when it stopped short and it knocked out her tooth? That’s scary. (And annoying that she wasn’t seated.) But it’s not her hamstrings.

Feel the feelings. Always feel the feelings. And then…perspective.