Neck MRI results

[Crankin]

Be nice to yourself... ice cream and a beer might be ordered here. But, keep your good attitude. You can still do more than what most people ever do... and keep researching.

[ny biker]

I'm sorry about the diagnosis, Catrin, but I hope you and your medical team are able to make the best of it. Absolutely yes to that ice cream -- something decadent.

Does the gym where you do the kettle bells have recumbent stationary bikes? I know stationary bikes are not the most exciting things, but if your knee can handle it, it might be another cardio activity that you can do, especially in winter or on rainy days. Years ago I used to ride a stationary recumbent for an hour at a time, doing crossword puzzles to keep myself entertained. Maybe you could knit?

[Catrin]

Thanks for the kind words, I've already had a decadent spiced latte and I will likely have a glass of wine tonight. Kind of sad how mild my "treats" are in times like this, but I can't help but to think of my lower activity level. My weight is already 2 pounds higher than I prefer (has been for a month or two). I need to not fall into the trap of starving myself since I am not able to be as active as I want to be, it will be challenging.

I've my own kettlebell herd at home - I will need to somehow camouflage it so I will be less likely to play with them My favorite gym does have 2 machines I CAN use without pain (ArcTrainer and the name of the other escapes me right now) - and another I can use without pain IF I am careful - it is like a semi-seated elliptical/recumbent. Stationary bikes are out for me, sadly.

Crankin, you are so right, regardless I can do more than some, it could be worse. Hopefully I can prevent it from being worse but time will tell.

[ny biker]

It's good that there are a few machines you can use. Sometimes I like to combine cardio machines in a workout -- 10 or 20 minutes on one, then 10 or 20 (or 30) on another. It helps to break up the routine. If you want music and don't already have an mp3 player, I recommend the Sansa Clip -- tiny, inexpensive, the clip holds well to various pieces of clothing, easy to use.

[OakLeaf]

Hang in there, Catrin.

[salsabike]

Hey, Catrin. I have had to reinvent my athletic self several times---the first time, after having been a dancer for about 12 years and then developing fibromyalgia; the second, and more recently, having to quit triathlons because of tendon damage that makes running verboten. I would just say that you WILL find ways through this and around this, and that you will find new athletic doors that you'll be able to walk through. You have my heartfelt sympathy and support in this.

[Catrin]

Hey, Catrin. I have had to reinvent my athletic self several times---the first time, after having been a dancer for about 12 years and then developing fibromyalgia; the second, and more recently, having to quit triathlons because of tendon damage that makes running verboten. I would just say that you WILL find ways through this and around this, and that you will find new athletic doors that you'll be able to walk through. You have my heartfelt sympathy and support in this.

Thanks Salsabike, your comments and all the others are appreciated. You know, I was sedentary until I learned to ride in 2010 for my 50th.

I do wish I had discovered at a much earlier age that I enjoyed playing outside but that is how it goes. I can STILL hike easy trails, and if all goes well, the KB break is only temporary. My coach is talking with my Chiro to see what other movements might be safe.

Trying to figure out how far I can safely push the knee with the meniscus tear. It's never felt good since the surgery so it's hard to go by feel. It will all work out as things do, so I will stop whining and go to bed

[azfiddle]

Just saw this Catrin. Wow- it all sounds pretty overwhelming. No advice but a big hug.