Back in Kona now where I've managed to do my first workouts since the bike crash. 15 min upright exercise bike (no weight on upper body = no pain), 15 min elliptical and 20(!) minutes on the treadmill. I kept the intensity level low but did indeed break a sweat -- YAAAAAAY!!!Then I put on my bathing suit to go for a short swim -- ICK! The big ugly bruise on the side that got slammed onto the asphalt was glaring at me (my right side, the photo is a mirror reflection). And with parts of it still swollen and puffy, it not only still hurts like hell, it makes my thigh look HUGE :-(
I managed about 20 min swimming with a pull buoy before I had to stop due to rib pain. Breast stroking actually hurt worse. But, I've done more today than I did all last week. Time to enjoy the sunset :-)
Aloha! (Second photo added)
8 comments:
Ouch! That is one painful looking injury. Best wishes for good healing of all the ouches.
Hachy Machy!!!! That's a bruise!!
Aloha!
It must be great to be able to return to what you love! At least in some capacity! :)
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Yes, Hawaii is a special place for me. I feel safe here and it gives me a chance to regroup, both mentally & physically, from my usual routine. Dave is on travel elsewhere for 2 weeks anyway.
oh, wow, didn't realize your leg was so bruised too! Glad u were able to do some workout...
Yup, longer shorts and sweat pants are great ways to hide it!
Wow that looks painful! Hope you're feeling better today!
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