It is my first day without crutches. Zero crutches! I can do so many things now.
I can take the subway to work again, carry things in both of my hands, and participate in real life activities.
Read MoreAn Illustrated Blog of my Marathon Training
It is my first day without crutches. Zero crutches! I can do so many things now.
I can take the subway to work again, carry things in both of my hands, and participate in real life activities.
Read MoreThe past few days have been a little rocky for America, so I figured it was time to share a little good news. Besides doodling my way through this election, I also had my final post op follow-up until the new year!
Read MoreI have, hopefully, entered the last week of non-weight bearing recovery. After last time, I don't want to get my hopes up, but I can't help it. Getting around on one leg for 6 weeks is really hard. So far I've taken three big falls, including one down the stairs, and I'm a little nervous I dented my growing cartilage. Oh well, fingers crossed...
Read MoreMy last week before surgery has pretty much been like that. Except instead of gearing up for meditation, I am gearing up for recovery. Instead of yoga, I am running around with my head cut off.
Read MoreNot being able to run for a year and half made me realize how much I want to run for the rest of my life. I have unfinished business with the marathon, and I plan to try my hardest to complete another post-surgery. I am going to have to be smarter, healthier, and stronger. I am probably going to have to ACTUALLY foam roll this time around. I'm older now, with new-old injuries, but I got the guts. Are you with me? Cool! Let's do it.
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