Another day without physio. That means one thing: I have to run the session myself.
That’s harder than it sounds, especially with family around, but it’s possible. Improvisation helps. Today, I did my exercises on a mat meant for babies and kids, while playing with blocks with my nephew.
Not ideal. But effective.
It’s hot today, and my knee really doesn’t like the heat. Swelling comes faster, so I’m icing more frequently.
I still can’t jump into the pool. That honestly makes me sad.
I’m also being very careful with alcohol - even skipping wine. For me, that’s a big deal. I don’t want to gain weight during recovery, so I’m paying more attention to what I eat.
That’s not easy either. There are Thanksgiving leftovers everywhere.
Recovery right now isn’t about doing more. It’s about restraint, consistency, and making good choices - even when no one’s watching.
Key Takeaways
- Self-discipline matters most on days without scheduled physio
- Improvisation makes consistency possible, even in family chaos
- Heat accelerates swelling and requires more frequent icing
- Emotional limits, like skipping the pool, can be harder than physical ones
- Alcohol restraint becomes part of the recovery strategy
- Nutrition awareness grows in importance during reduced activity
- Recovery is not about intensity right now, but about restraint
- Consistency counts even when conditions are far from ideal