Back on Track Again!

November 7, 2010                                             Weight: 186.25

Alternative "Medicine"

Need to focus on my goal, find relief for pain, get my body moving again and start the healing process. Introduced stationery bike riding 45 minutes a day at low to medium intensity. This exercise does not aggravate shin splints. Also, started to do upper body weights, stomach crunches and lots of stretching. Went to see chiropractor who used trigger points for pain relief and then went for a deep tissue massage for relaxation and health benefits.  I have 11.25 pounds to go and the firming up of muscles.  I am determined to obtain these objectives.  Wish me a speedy recovery and luck !

Not a Happy Camper !

November 1, 2010                                         Weight: 190 lbs

Anything in excess is not good !

Well, let me explain.... I thought I had a great workout idea.  Speed walking at high intensity up and down the steepest hills in my neighborhood.  Not the brightest of moves.  I ended up getting extremely painful and severe shin splints.  I actually never experienced this injury.  MD said it could take 4-8 weeks to heal.  Need to ice the area several times a day, wear an ace bandage and a removable soft cast at night and simply take it easy.  Not easy for me....Went home, had some chips and some wine for comfort food.  Another bad idea.  Weight started to creep up again.  To be continued.....