cmbd 17 Posted May 20, 2013 I've lost 110 pounds in 10 months, so I thought I would try to do a "round off" that's similar to a cartwheel. I've been exercising a lot so I thought I could show my kids (ages 26, 23, and 20), who were all home visiting this weekend, how agile I am now. I'm a lot lighter, but I'm still 46 years old. Boy, did it hurt when I pulled my hamstring muscle trying to do the round off. My 20 year old had to carry me in the house. He's probably really glad I don't weigh 300 pounds anymore. Lol. As soon as I can, I'm going to start exercising again, but gymnastics are off-limits for this "old" woman. Ha ha! 3 nikkiba75, califmomto4 and YoColeFleet reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kisersassy 369 Posted May 20, 2013 I like this. Sorry but it made me laugh lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
padlrd 183 Posted May 20, 2013 Keep exercising and maybe one day you will do it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280 Posted May 20, 2013 It's ok next time don't worry your doing awesome Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TxDumplin 69 Posted May 20, 2013 Oh no! You were brave...LOL!!!!....Hope you feel better tomorrow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
music1618 879 Posted May 20, 2013 I would say stretch more and that round off would be no problem. Warm up on a bike or treadmill for about 5 min and then stretch really good before every workout. It will improve your circulation and help prevent injuries like this. As for a pulled hamstring please let it heal before you hit the gym too hard. Heating pads are great to help with this type of injury. You still want to stretch everyday during this time, but not as intense as you would during your workouts. Nice gentle stretches are usually recommended. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites