Injured my knee

[tomi71 581]

Last Saturday I took a bad spill and hurt my knee. Thankfully nothing is broken but it hurts. I see the orthopedic doctor today so wish me luck.

At any rate, I haven't exercised. Anyone have any tips on how to get some cardio in? Or should I just take a break? Its awkward even trying some upper body weight training. Any tips are appreciated. ????????????

[BitterSweet* 835]

Swim laps.

[tomi71 581]

Swim laps.

You read my mind! I've been wanting to get back into the pool. Knee isn't up for laps BUT I can handle Water aerobics! Thanks!

[BitterSweet* 835]

=)

[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

My knees are very "used." So I LOVE aquarobics. The classes I attend kick my ass.

[tomi71 581]

I can't wait to try!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I got an exercise peddler and peddle with my hands when I watch tv.

[kimpossible67 608]

Take a break. I have MS. I took 2 falls in one week. One coming in the door, one going outside over a step....out the same damn door. I haven't been able to get one my knees in years. Guess how I landed?!

I've always had decent legs even at 300 plus pounds. They are wearing badges of honor. One across my tattoo that reads "never give up."

I don't want you to give up either. I want for you to give in a little

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

With a knee injury you may want to stick with deep Water aerobics.

[tomi71 581]

Take a break. I have MS. I took 2 falls in one week. One coming in the door, one going outside over a step....out the same damn door. I haven't been able to get one my knees in years. Guess how I landed?!

I've always had decent legs even at 300 plus pounds. They are wearing badges of honor. One across my tattoo that reads "never give up."

I don't want you to give up either. I want for you to give in a little

You sound like me. I fall way too much. Always had a balance problem. It got better when I practiced martial arts but I was 25 years younger and didn't have aches, pains, & creaks then and had time! LOL

You are right...I do need to take it easy. I have an MRI tomorrow but just very sore. I actually got a head start on taking a break because I've taken off work till the new year! I just couldn't do the crutches. I went back to do a class and what happened??? A freaking lock down drill. So I am trying to flounder and hide with crutches. Ugh. Not good or safe especially if it had been a real lockdown. Thankfully the semester ends tomorrow so just have exams to grade at the moment. Was supposed to plan 8 gazillion other things before the new year FOR next semester but it will have to wait!!

Going over to gym tomorrow to sign up for Water aerobics. Wish me luck!

[kimpossible67 608]

MRI for brain? Spinal, c-spine? Contrast or no? No worries. Worked sp needs. Becoming sp needs. Lol. Take care. Pool, great idea...steps?