Started Jogging on the Knee! Yea!!!

[bushbaby 8]

So I decided to step up the excersize. The band is doing it's job and now it's time for me to do mine. I have re-habbed the knee to the point that I can yes jog! I can't believe it. I ran 1/2 mile today. I know it does not sound like much... but when you consider just 4 mothes ago I was having trouble walking and had to take anti inflams. Today after my workout, I ended up walking the rest of the mile, I did not have any swelling or pain and this my second workout. I had been sticking to the eliptical machine. Don't worry I am not going to over do it I just wanted to see how it felt. So for the majority I am going to stick to the eliptical machine, but now that I know I can I am going to some jog/walking around the track on the grass. I was just so excited I had to share! :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh

[New Hope 37]

Rica, that's wonderful! I remember you saying "saving your knees" was a big deciding factor in getting your band. I fully understand how much it means to get your "freedom" back. I'm so proud of you! Now, are you back "throwing hammers", yet?

[bushbaby 8]

Marie,

Hi, How have you been? I have not tossed any other than in demos for my freshmen. I should though. The knee is feeling fresh. Thanks for remembering!

[leatha_g 4]

Way to go Rica!! That is a real NSV!!!

[blossom 2]

Thats great news, Rica!!!! I cant' imagine me jogging half a block much less half a mile. Glad to hear you knee is so much better.

[claraluz 2]

That's great news, Rica. That's what it's all about, isn't it - regaining our lost health and vitality.

Nancy

[Zoe 6]

Congratulations, Rica! And you're down 40 lbs. in just four months. You'll be at your goal in no time. One question: Is "throwing hammers" exactly what it sounds like? Claw or ball peen models?

[Neicy 0]

It's wonderful to hear that you are doing well, Rica. You go girl!!

[bushbaby 8]

Lisa what does NSV stand for??? Thanks blossom, when you start running it's best to start one block at a time...Oh and Nancy you are so right I feel so much more heathy. Zoe Hammer is a sport done in track in field where a metal ball is attached to steel wire and flung into a field... I guess you have to see it to understand it and do it to love it! Niecy Thanks for the support!

[New Hope 37]

Rica, NSV is "nonscale victory". In your case, being able to resume running w/o pain in your knees. A few others, wedding ring now fits, use airplane seatbelt w/o extender, tie your shoes w/o passing out, clothes fitting better, and I know you'll think of a ton more!

[Iluvharleys 15]

Glad to hear you are doing so good Rica :Bunny

[Katie328 0]

Jog what's that? Rica that is fantastic, I'm so proud of you! That is an incredible feat only being 4 months out! Way to go and keep up the good work...and be careful of course!

3 cheers for Rica!! :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny

Katie

[bushbaby 8]

Katie and Betty thanks for the support!