Blonde Runner

I just had surgery on my left shoulder (last Thursday), so my training is not regular yet.  I went to physical therapy and they gave me the green light on the indoor stationary bike.  I am thrilled about my progress in such a short time.

30 minutes on the road bike trainer this a.m. It felt good to get some cardio in and sweat a little. I still can't wait to run some miles outside - it just seems more productive. I prefer to exercise outside most always. I am still patiently letting my body heal. I did my PT exercise today...surprisingly they are less painful as you go.

I visited with my doctor today and had the stitches removed. We also reviewed the pictures of my shoulder arthroscopy and they showed me the osteoarthritis.  To see pictures visit the post and click on the link to read my update and view the pictures.  It's not everyday you get to look at the inside of your living body – cool!

http://blonderunner.com/2009/10/bumps-bruises/

Well, I have been taking it easy the last few days because my shoulder seems to be really achy. One thing is for sure, it is better to take it easy then to push too hard right now.  Still no jarring, so that means no running.  I am trying to be patient, but I miss it.  

I walked this morning with a friend. We went a little over 4 miles and it felt good to get out and move. I wore my sling to prevent using my arm too much - which proved to be helpful and I was much more relaxed. I really miss running and it seems very cold to just walk, not to mention how much longer it takes. In due time I guess...still being patient. 

I wrote a new blog post for those that might want to read it.  Here's the link: 

http://blonderunner.com/2009/10/cheer-for-the-underdog/

I'm am super excited for the running group tomorrow. I look forward to being around other runners.

Okay, so I am doing all the exercises I have been prescribed...I am getting more out of shape everyday, but healing well...ugh!  The only good thing about this is that I will appreciate being whole one day again (or at least better).  

Been cycling in the morning on my roadbike/trainer.  The weather has been perfect to go on a run, but I can't...ugh!  Anyone listening - please run a fast mile or two for me... 

 Alright, I'm sorta feeling left out as everyone can run, and I can't;  so, I decided to try a two-hundred sit-up challenge and wanted to invite any of my fellow fastrunningblog runners to try it with me.  I have also invited the local South Davis Road Runners club to do it to.  It should be fun.  Here's a link to more information:
http://blonderunner.com/2009/11/two-hundred-sit-ups/

Okay, I did my initial test and was able to do 156 solid crunches...I'm starting on week 5, column 3 so I can have two weeks of a challenge.  Anyone else want to try it with me?

I must admit, it is hard for me to log - I just don't like to write negative stuff.  But, I do miss running so bad.  I am trying to patiently heal but can't help to feel like I am getting out of shape.  It is hard to read about others having such great runs and races and not feel like I want to be there doing it too...so I have stayed away.  I do look forward to seeing all of the runners on Saturday, but it's hard to just walk while watching everyone run off...I guess I will continue to be patient and let me body heal.  I am happy that others can run, I just miss it.

I have been doing my exercises and cycling indoors, so I'm not completely out-of-shape.  My friend Barbara took 6th at World's (triathlon) today...I could have been there (and should have)...I could have been top 10.  Ouch!

I have been doing my arm exercised and my PT added some resistance on Monday - so I am using bands.  I am so thrilled, as now I feel like I am getting a workout.  I feel my arm getting stronger.  15 days until I can run again.  I can't wait.

Just had another surgery (hernia fixed from pregnancy) it looks like I have to talk a few more weeks off of running - ugh!