Woke up feeling much better. The knee felt lighter, but flexion was slightly worse than before. That caught my attention. I started to freak out a bit, feeling like I may have taken a step back after not really focusing for the last two or three days.
Breakfast wasn’t the healthiest, but it was fun - family around, relaxed mood. I dropped my middle one at the skate park and headed to the gym. Long session: one hour and thirty minutes. Arms, legs, and core. I trained legs using the PowerDot. Some patellar pain, but controllable.
Lunch with the family again. I planned a pool session later, but it didn’t happen.
At least I didn’t drink today, but another weakness showed up - sweets. That strange urge to eat everything in sight. Back home, more sweets.
On TV they were talking about Lindsey Vonn. She tore knee ligaments and tried to compete in a downhill race just eight days later. It didn’t end well. She crashed seconds after starting and broke her leg, adding even more damage. Sad story, but a strong reminder: healing comes before pushing.
Dinner, kids and wife asleep, and once again I broke the night watching the Super Bowl. Tomorrow, I need to be more rigid with sleep and eating routines.
Key Takeaways
- Feeling better physically doesn’t always align with objective markers like flexion.
- A few unfocused days quickly trigger fear of regression.
- High training volume is possible, but recovery habits must match it.
- Cutting alcohol helps, but sugar can easily replace it as a coping mechanism.
- Rushing recovery carries real consequences, patience is not optional.
- Sleep remains the biggest lever still not under control.