PT was pretty great today. She started me on some new exercises for the in-studio sessions, but I still have the same exercises for my at-home work. They are still helping to build the strength back into my quad and calf. I am still having a problem with cramping behind my knee, especially when I get off the bike and when I fully extend my leg while walking. Dr. Karyn gave me 3 stretches to help deal with that. That pain actually hurts more than anything at the front of my knee. She also said that the remaining swelling is an indication of continued healing. The only other addition to my work at home is to do some weighted leg extensions and leg curls. I'll either have to use the equipment at school or at the Y for those exercises.
I decided to go watch my over-30 soccer team play tonight since I don't have to wake up for school. I thought it might be a little disappointing but it really wasn't. As I watched the action up close (as opposed to on a TV screen like I have been doing for the last 2 months) I realized that soccer is a long way off for me. I'm thinking that I won't be ready until November or December. That will also give me time to focus on Ironman Florida.
I had another good ride this morning, and Rosco and I did a pretty fast walk. I'm covering more ground in the same amount of time which is good practice for Lake Placid since I will definitely be using a run/walk strategy for the marathon.
I did some upper body stuff today as well:
Push-ups 6x20
Pull-ups 6x15
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