I am trying to eat more fish/seafood.
I bought a big bag of frozen Shrimp that is cooked and tail off.
I would say small end of medium size-not jumbo, but not the tiny size either
I buy corn tortillas that the only ingrdients are corn, water, and lime.
I also buy Costco's organic salsa.
Here is how I put them together on Sunday night for dinner. It reaaly was a quick assembly too.
I poured out enough for 6 taco's into a bowl of cold water ,to defrost,for about 5 min.
I chopped some onion and garlic and sauteed them in a sprayed skillet, then threw the shrimp in.
While that was cooking, I had another dry pan that I warmed the tortillas in (makes them softer and releases the flavor
Total cooking time about 5 min.
To make the taco,
1 tortilla with some shrimp (not alot- single row in middle of tortilla)
Topped with diced onion and tomato, some cilantro a tablespoon of salsa and then some bagged salad mix.
What I would change.
Instead of lettuce, I think broccoli salad or shredded cabbage would add more nutrients and crunch
I think a spray of lime juice would be good too
2 tacos per person was plenty.
One tortilla has 65 calories
1 TBSP salsa 110 and the shrimp .(I'll have to figure that outay
I think some black beans would make a great side dish next time and then just 1 taco.
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Sunday, December 06, 2009
swimsuits shopping
Friday, I went swimming with my brother when he got off of work. I had to wear a wet suit, as I had forgotten to hang it up after Thursday.
My current suit is a Speedo conservative lap suit in a 12.
It's a bit baggy in the butt, but the top is too smal. It has soft cups that are too small.
So, I went swimsuit shopping. It wasn't fun.
First, I went to a sporting goods store- no suits with. Hi necks or cups. Then I went to the swim store. I had been before and had been warned about their customer service (rude). I asked about a water polo style, to which I got "we don't have plus size suits here". I said I needed a 12 not a plus size- they said- never will fit. I said, well, we won't find out, will we and left. ( I was p!ssed!)
Then the doubts started. Was my suit bigger? Was it Vanity sized? The internet was not showing me much that would work for lap swimming. Lots of D and DD cute suits that made me want to take a vacation and drink fruity drinks by a pool, but not for learning to swim or for wearing under a weight suit.
I then thought about a tri top, but the lady at the tri shop said they don't stand up to daily chlorine, so that wasn't a practical solution. She then suggested a tankini top and my jammers or regular swim bottoms.
I came home and searched online and decided to go to Sears to the Lands End Section.
They have all the suits for ten dollars each.
I found a bottom that worked and a Halter style top that I thought would be ok for the rehab class- - bought it, got home and it won't work. Too low.Hubby said the skirt bottom was "dumb" and looked better with the regular bottoms- he and the tri shop clerk laughed at my apprehension of regular swim bottoms....
So, I called Lands End and got a great agent. I told her the top style I bought- it was a 14-smallest they had left- too big in torso, too small in the cups, straps not supportive. We took measurments.She asked what I was doing with it (rehab, swim, water aerobics) and she suggested the Aqua Terra High Neck swim top in a 12 or 10. It has athletic support in the cups(will fit) and like the name, it is a high neck, so hopefully things stay covered while pushing off from wall. They are on clearance for 19.
They had 3 colors and I ordered each one in both a 10 and 12. I'm taking Vickies suggestion, order multiple and return to Sears what doesn't work.
I got brave with bottoms. I ordered each color in two styles as I'm not sure on their leg cuts- one reg bottom and one a short swim mini-not the longer skirt kind.
They had a code for free shipping and confirmed I can return to Sears for no charge.
She the also told me they had their compression tights and shorts on sale and since it is getting a bit chilly on bike rides, I got the tights and a 19 dollar fleece zip pull over- yes she technically upsold me, but she had taken the time to ask what I was trying to do for activities and found a couple of items that I actually needed and could use, so I did appreciate that. I did turn down a tin of carmel turtles!
My only worry with the seperate top is that they stay down and are tight on the torso.
After swimming, while in the dressing room, a lady next to me said we had the same suit. I asked if she thought it was true to size ans she said she thought it was. She then looked at me and asked if I had been to the swim store.I guess they are know for their attitude!
I'm looking forward for my LE box. I got a coral orange that I was drawn to the color and when I called, they had 1 navy top that wasn't listed on the computer. I really hope it was really there and not an inventory oops. I hope at leats one complete suit will work!
We lost power tonight, so this was a phone post, in the dark!
Son is under a Blizzard condition warning for tomorrow thru Tuesday. He did go to Wallies and got a couple of micro meals and some PBand J incase he can't get to the cafeteria or, they loose power, atleast he will have a sandwhich. It's finals week and he is hoping they don't cancel them. He is suppose to come home on Friday.
Be prepared for the storm. It's coming your way.
Today, here, it's been black and cloudy. Wind is picking up and it has been cold all day- I left with a hoodie and had to come home for a coat.
Maybe now, it will start to feel like the holiday season!
My current suit is a Speedo conservative lap suit in a 12.
It's a bit baggy in the butt, but the top is too smal. It has soft cups that are too small.
So, I went swimsuit shopping. It wasn't fun.
First, I went to a sporting goods store- no suits with. Hi necks or cups. Then I went to the swim store. I had been before and had been warned about their customer service (rude). I asked about a water polo style, to which I got "we don't have plus size suits here". I said I needed a 12 not a plus size- they said- never will fit. I said, well, we won't find out, will we and left. ( I was p!ssed!)
Then the doubts started. Was my suit bigger? Was it Vanity sized? The internet was not showing me much that would work for lap swimming. Lots of D and DD cute suits that made me want to take a vacation and drink fruity drinks by a pool, but not for learning to swim or for wearing under a weight suit.
I then thought about a tri top, but the lady at the tri shop said they don't stand up to daily chlorine, so that wasn't a practical solution. She then suggested a tankini top and my jammers or regular swim bottoms.
I came home and searched online and decided to go to Sears to the Lands End Section.
They have all the suits for ten dollars each.
I found a bottom that worked and a Halter style top that I thought would be ok for the rehab class- - bought it, got home and it won't work. Too low.Hubby said the skirt bottom was "dumb" and looked better with the regular bottoms- he and the tri shop clerk laughed at my apprehension of regular swim bottoms....
So, I called Lands End and got a great agent. I told her the top style I bought- it was a 14-smallest they had left- too big in torso, too small in the cups, straps not supportive. We took measurments.She asked what I was doing with it (rehab, swim, water aerobics) and she suggested the Aqua Terra High Neck swim top in a 12 or 10. It has athletic support in the cups(will fit) and like the name, it is a high neck, so hopefully things stay covered while pushing off from wall. They are on clearance for 19.
They had 3 colors and I ordered each one in both a 10 and 12. I'm taking Vickies suggestion, order multiple and return to Sears what doesn't work.
I got brave with bottoms. I ordered each color in two styles as I'm not sure on their leg cuts- one reg bottom and one a short swim mini-not the longer skirt kind.
They had a code for free shipping and confirmed I can return to Sears for no charge.
She the also told me they had their compression tights and shorts on sale and since it is getting a bit chilly on bike rides, I got the tights and a 19 dollar fleece zip pull over- yes she technically upsold me, but she had taken the time to ask what I was trying to do for activities and found a couple of items that I actually needed and could use, so I did appreciate that. I did turn down a tin of carmel turtles!
My only worry with the seperate top is that they stay down and are tight on the torso.
After swimming, while in the dressing room, a lady next to me said we had the same suit. I asked if she thought it was true to size ans she said she thought it was. She then looked at me and asked if I had been to the swim store.I guess they are know for their attitude!
I'm looking forward for my LE box. I got a coral orange that I was drawn to the color and when I called, they had 1 navy top that wasn't listed on the computer. I really hope it was really there and not an inventory oops. I hope at leats one complete suit will work!
We lost power tonight, so this was a phone post, in the dark!
Son is under a Blizzard condition warning for tomorrow thru Tuesday. He did go to Wallies and got a couple of micro meals and some PBand J incase he can't get to the cafeteria or, they loose power, atleast he will have a sandwhich. It's finals week and he is hoping they don't cancel them. He is suppose to come home on Friday.
Be prepared for the storm. It's coming your way.
Today, here, it's been black and cloudy. Wind is picking up and it has been cold all day- I left with a hoodie and had to come home for a coat.
Maybe now, it will start to feel like the holiday season!
Friday, December 04, 2009
Waiting....... Things you may not know
I'm going to play this game as I have to wait for the Fed Ex man to sign for a package.
Refied house and got extra to pay off all credit cards. I actually cut all up but one. However, i do not like waiting and it is a big check and I don't want it left on the door.
Mind you, I could be cleaning, but what fun is that. So, I'll play this game.
Facts you may not know
Biggest pet peeves-
People who are late! (to be early is to be on time, to be on time-is to be late, and to be late is inexcusable) I have family members who are always late, so much that we have to tell them to be somewhere an hour earlier than reality-everyone thinks it's a joke. I think it's rude.
On boys- untucked shirts and sleeves not at shoulder-
(can you tell my dad was a Naval Officer)
Got that out of the way-
In school years, I was put in special ed classes the whole time as I took a test right after eye surgery and I scored as "special needs" (cross eyed) school system NEVER retested. I couldn't read the test as my eyesight was still not focusing right- that was in 3rd grade.
( I still do switch some letters around)
I graduated Valedictorian from Nursing school and received a certificate for the highest score on the State Boards. ( yep, I did take that to my HS Counselor)
I have learned more about History from the History channel than I ever did in school
This is bad- I never knew Lincoln had anything to do with the Civil War, until we went to Gettysburg in.......2003. Here, we learned about California history-Indians, Mexican-American war...High School name Madison-colors blue and gray- did I know that had anything to do with North VS South? Nope.
I was a competitive Figure Skater up till 11th grade. Nothing like a cold perfect sheet of ice and hearing a blade cross the ice....I have never skated on a real ice rink- out in the snow type thing.
When employed, I do not socialize with co workers. Went to a few Holiday parties and saw more than I ever wanted to.
Christmas Vacation and Home Alone 2 are my favorite movies -think the family comparisons have anything to do with it?
ALL of my cousins have either been arrested for a drug, theft or prostitution charge.
I have NEVER taken drugs, stolen anything or been a prostitute. What a life
I do not save much for "memories sake" In fact, I probably toss too much
Growing up, my chores were to clean the entire house on MWF. My brothers was to take out the trash. Might have something to do with why my house could be cleaner. I don't HAVE to do it.
My dogs are also my children, in addition to my two human children :)- even as a kid, dogs provide unconditional love and support!
I have never had a Cat.
I flushed my brothers lil turtle down the toilet when I was little. He used to hit me and I got mad one day and flushed his pet (I do feel sorry for the lil guy now- he probably made it to the bay alive)
Even as a nurse, I don't do well around dead bodies. Sorry. bring on blood, barf, and gore- dead bodies, not so much. Although I did like watching autopsies, as long as I didn't look at the face, I could separate the science out of it.
I like talking to elderly people and hearing their point of views and stories-just don't want to walk into a room and find them dead.
My favorite desert used to be a "Gob" they are based on an Amish Shoo Fly Pie and were only sold in Johnstown PA.
My husband and I grew up within a mile from each other, in San Diego. His mom was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA and mine in Johnstown, PA.
One of my grandmas was Mennonite, the other Mormon. (there is a long post in archives about my religious views).
I had 6 documented miscarriages (Due to PCOS and Hashimoto's-found that out a few years ago). That is why I do not have 6-8 children like the rest of my friends. ( Boy, am I glad now that I don't)
I love my Children. They are two separate people-complete opposites. They both have very caring hearts. I hope the know how much they mean to me.
I will give anyone my trust or the shirt off my back. Once. If you betray that, there isn't usually a second chance.
I name all of my cars. My new car is Scooby. Hubby's Goldie, he also has "death bucket" in the garage (1970 510 that will be his casket). We also have Putt Putt (extra car for kids) and The Jeep.
I live in a half million dollar home.......now before you think OMG. It is a post war tract house that only has 3 small (10x10) bedrooms and 1 and a half baths.1000sq ft. Oh, wait it's 1300, I forgot about the added family room we did a few years ago
Location Location Location!
I can get to most anywhere in San Diego County in under a half hour. I live very close to places tourists come to this city for, and never visit them.
I would move in a heartbeat! Hubby won't. If he goes first. I will sell this house and move.I could be packed and ready in less than an hour.
I don't think I will ever remarry- I am very independent and do not do the submissive thing at all-much different girl at 44 than I was at 21, when I got married.
I love an adventure. Summer vacations with me and dad and kids were fun. We usually knew a destination, but never made reservations and always took a scenic "turn"
(Hubby does not like summer vacations and always needs a reservation, hence, he watched the dogs)
We need new carpet in the living room badly. Only room with carpet left and I want laminate like the family room. So I clean it frequently till we decide...
I sold my carpet cleaner at THE garage sale and bought another-it doesn't work, so I'll be buying a new one this weekend.
2y/o Malibu has a kidney problem- she either has Diabetes, Cushings or Thyroid issues-waiting for tests- ( she is one of our dogs)
I don't like heat. I am not a summer loving person.
Our dogs are named after car parts due to Hubby. Two of them can get away with my story of beachy names- Malibu (Chevy) Cali (caliper-brakes) and Miss Hubcap.
I like to use tools and build things (special ed kids put in "vocational classes")
hence, I do most home repairs around here.
I don't usually rent movies or watch them at home-have trouble sitting still for that long.
I don't like jewelery. Some days I make myself wear a bit. It bugs me.
I don't need alot of choices. If I walk in and see something that meets with predetermined factors, I'm done. I don't do well with alot of choices either.
It's an inside joke with my dad that "we wallow in the land of indecisiveness "if we are given too many.
I miss my mom.
I'm worried about my dad getting remarried. Not that I haven't liked any of the other ladies he dated, one I loved and she was only 38-another post- This one isn't the right one- he has said it's better than being alone... I have given up on trying to change his mind and am trying to be more supportive.....
I like Broadway show tunes.
I love to sing in the car
I can't sing!
I believe in Ghosts and now when my mom has been by- she leaves cupboard doors open-at dads too-trust me on this one,
When we were in New Oreleas after the hurricane, Son and I went into an antiques shop and the front half was fine, I walked into the rear of the store and it was an immediate get out of here sensation and very cold.Hair on neck stood up- I turned around as fast as possible, dad came out and without telling him why, I said go look at the stuff in the back- he came back out with a look on his face and asked "what the heck is that"
Someone wasn't too happy to have us there-
I don't like to fly over water- I don't want to be shark food.
I would like to sit down with the President.Vice President or Secretary of State would be ok too- and have them explain to my why we are sending so much foreign aide to other countries, when there are so many Americans who have no job, are hungry and can't see a doctor. Why can't we suspend the aide for a few years and help Americans-wouldn't it be better to fix ourselves first? I'm not saying that to bash any ones political views, I just really want to know their answer. My dad grew up with a now longtime Senator- I wonder how much of their work is really wanting to help and how much is "paybacks" I wish I knew more about politics in general.
I am very tolerant of others. I don't care what race, religion, orientation, profession, someone is. If they are an honest, "nice" person that helps others, they are good in my book. This had got me flack from some non-immediate family members (meaning the ones who live in my house and Dad are in agreement-others, we have issues)
I have food issues. I really hate to cook. I cook stuff ahead, so when I'm hungry, I can eat something healthy.
I can not have any baked goods in the house. I will eat all of it without a thought-so no goodies.
I do not do hubby's laundry. The first week we got married, I did his and he didn't like that I hung up his Tshirts. Other than grabbing something to help make a full load, I haven't washed his since
I do like to shop- even just window shop.
For Christmas, I have to go to every store I want to first, to see all the things, before I decide what to buy someone (kinda cancels out the not needing choices-Christmas is different).
Birthday Cake scented candles from The Candle Cottage in Tennessee are my favorite.
I am a Klutz!
Ok are you awake still??
I kinda sound like I have issues!!!
Life is good.
Have a great weekend
What don't I know about you?
Refied house and got extra to pay off all credit cards. I actually cut all up but one. However, i do not like waiting and it is a big check and I don't want it left on the door.
Mind you, I could be cleaning, but what fun is that. So, I'll play this game.
Facts you may not know
Biggest pet peeves-
People who are late! (to be early is to be on time, to be on time-is to be late, and to be late is inexcusable) I have family members who are always late, so much that we have to tell them to be somewhere an hour earlier than reality-everyone thinks it's a joke. I think it's rude.
On boys- untucked shirts and sleeves not at shoulder-
(can you tell my dad was a Naval Officer)
Got that out of the way-
In school years, I was put in special ed classes the whole time as I took a test right after eye surgery and I scored as "special needs" (cross eyed) school system NEVER retested. I couldn't read the test as my eyesight was still not focusing right- that was in 3rd grade.
( I still do switch some letters around)
I graduated Valedictorian from Nursing school and received a certificate for the highest score on the State Boards. ( yep, I did take that to my HS Counselor)
I have learned more about History from the History channel than I ever did in school
This is bad- I never knew Lincoln had anything to do with the Civil War, until we went to Gettysburg in.......2003. Here, we learned about California history-Indians, Mexican-American war...High School name Madison-colors blue and gray- did I know that had anything to do with North VS South? Nope.
I was a competitive Figure Skater up till 11th grade. Nothing like a cold perfect sheet of ice and hearing a blade cross the ice....I have never skated on a real ice rink- out in the snow type thing.
When employed, I do not socialize with co workers. Went to a few Holiday parties and saw more than I ever wanted to.
Christmas Vacation and Home Alone 2 are my favorite movies -think the family comparisons have anything to do with it?
ALL of my cousins have either been arrested for a drug, theft or prostitution charge.
I have NEVER taken drugs, stolen anything or been a prostitute. What a life
I do not save much for "memories sake" In fact, I probably toss too much
Growing up, my chores were to clean the entire house on MWF. My brothers was to take out the trash. Might have something to do with why my house could be cleaner. I don't HAVE to do it.
My dogs are also my children, in addition to my two human children :)- even as a kid, dogs provide unconditional love and support!
I have never had a Cat.
I flushed my brothers lil turtle down the toilet when I was little. He used to hit me and I got mad one day and flushed his pet (I do feel sorry for the lil guy now- he probably made it to the bay alive)
Even as a nurse, I don't do well around dead bodies. Sorry. bring on blood, barf, and gore- dead bodies, not so much. Although I did like watching autopsies, as long as I didn't look at the face, I could separate the science out of it.
I like talking to elderly people and hearing their point of views and stories-just don't want to walk into a room and find them dead.
My favorite desert used to be a "Gob" they are based on an Amish Shoo Fly Pie and were only sold in Johnstown PA.
My husband and I grew up within a mile from each other, in San Diego. His mom was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA and mine in Johnstown, PA.
One of my grandmas was Mennonite, the other Mormon. (there is a long post in archives about my religious views).
I had 6 documented miscarriages (Due to PCOS and Hashimoto's-found that out a few years ago). That is why I do not have 6-8 children like the rest of my friends. ( Boy, am I glad now that I don't)
I love my Children. They are two separate people-complete opposites. They both have very caring hearts. I hope the know how much they mean to me.
I will give anyone my trust or the shirt off my back. Once. If you betray that, there isn't usually a second chance.
I name all of my cars. My new car is Scooby. Hubby's Goldie, he also has "death bucket" in the garage (1970 510 that will be his casket). We also have Putt Putt (extra car for kids) and The Jeep.
I live in a half million dollar home.......now before you think OMG. It is a post war tract house that only has 3 small (10x10) bedrooms and 1 and a half baths.1000sq ft. Oh, wait it's 1300, I forgot about the added family room we did a few years ago
Location Location Location!
I can get to most anywhere in San Diego County in under a half hour. I live very close to places tourists come to this city for, and never visit them.
I would move in a heartbeat! Hubby won't. If he goes first. I will sell this house and move.I could be packed and ready in less than an hour.
I don't think I will ever remarry- I am very independent and do not do the submissive thing at all-much different girl at 44 than I was at 21, when I got married.
I love an adventure. Summer vacations with me and dad and kids were fun. We usually knew a destination, but never made reservations and always took a scenic "turn"
(Hubby does not like summer vacations and always needs a reservation, hence, he watched the dogs)
We need new carpet in the living room badly. Only room with carpet left and I want laminate like the family room. So I clean it frequently till we decide...
I sold my carpet cleaner at THE garage sale and bought another-it doesn't work, so I'll be buying a new one this weekend.
2y/o Malibu has a kidney problem- she either has Diabetes, Cushings or Thyroid issues-waiting for tests- ( she is one of our dogs)
I don't like heat. I am not a summer loving person.
Our dogs are named after car parts due to Hubby. Two of them can get away with my story of beachy names- Malibu (Chevy) Cali (caliper-brakes) and Miss Hubcap.
I like to use tools and build things (special ed kids put in "vocational classes")
hence, I do most home repairs around here.
I don't usually rent movies or watch them at home-have trouble sitting still for that long.
I don't like jewelery. Some days I make myself wear a bit. It bugs me.
I don't need alot of choices. If I walk in and see something that meets with predetermined factors, I'm done. I don't do well with alot of choices either.
It's an inside joke with my dad that "we wallow in the land of indecisiveness "if we are given too many.
I miss my mom.
I'm worried about my dad getting remarried. Not that I haven't liked any of the other ladies he dated, one I loved and she was only 38-another post- This one isn't the right one- he has said it's better than being alone... I have given up on trying to change his mind and am trying to be more supportive.....
I like Broadway show tunes.
I love to sing in the car
I can't sing!
I believe in Ghosts and now when my mom has been by- she leaves cupboard doors open-at dads too-trust me on this one,
When we were in New Oreleas after the hurricane, Son and I went into an antiques shop and the front half was fine, I walked into the rear of the store and it was an immediate get out of here sensation and very cold.Hair on neck stood up- I turned around as fast as possible, dad came out and without telling him why, I said go look at the stuff in the back- he came back out with a look on his face and asked "what the heck is that"
Someone wasn't too happy to have us there-
I don't like to fly over water- I don't want to be shark food.
I would like to sit down with the President.Vice President or Secretary of State would be ok too- and have them explain to my why we are sending so much foreign aide to other countries, when there are so many Americans who have no job, are hungry and can't see a doctor. Why can't we suspend the aide for a few years and help Americans-wouldn't it be better to fix ourselves first? I'm not saying that to bash any ones political views, I just really want to know their answer. My dad grew up with a now longtime Senator- I wonder how much of their work is really wanting to help and how much is "paybacks" I wish I knew more about politics in general.
I am very tolerant of others. I don't care what race, religion, orientation, profession, someone is. If they are an honest, "nice" person that helps others, they are good in my book. This had got me flack from some non-immediate family members (meaning the ones who live in my house and Dad are in agreement-others, we have issues)
I have food issues. I really hate to cook. I cook stuff ahead, so when I'm hungry, I can eat something healthy.
I can not have any baked goods in the house. I will eat all of it without a thought-so no goodies.
I do not do hubby's laundry. The first week we got married, I did his and he didn't like that I hung up his Tshirts. Other than grabbing something to help make a full load, I haven't washed his since
I do like to shop- even just window shop.
For Christmas, I have to go to every store I want to first, to see all the things, before I decide what to buy someone (kinda cancels out the not needing choices-Christmas is different).
Birthday Cake scented candles from The Candle Cottage in Tennessee are my favorite.
I am a Klutz!
Ok are you awake still??
I kinda sound like I have issues!!!
Life is good.
Have a great weekend
What don't I know about you?
Ali
It's easier for me to respond to you in a new posting-I can read what you wrote on my phone and type here,
I read warning flags immediately with your post!!!!
Immediate response. DO NOT LET ANYONE OTHER THAN A KNEE SPECIALIST TOUCH YOUR KNEE!!!
Your doctor may be a very good doctor and a great Orthopedist. If he is not a knee specialist, he should no longer be your doctor. You are wasting your time and might not be getting the best care for your condition- sorry to be blunt. been there done that, and now paying the toll.
Disclaimer**I am not a doctor.
Here some other thoughts from your post-
another MRI- may or may not show damage- I had multiple loose flaps on "good knee"
and some other "interesting findings" that did not show on the MRI-found with scope.
Best exercise for attempting to smooth the back of kneecap is biking.
Don't think exercise will remove or fix loose cartilage though-and in addition to the PFS, you might, like you said with the flaps, have something else going on too- a great reason to see the specialist!
knees bothering you when sitting, is actually a symptom of PFS. It's called the "theater sign" really!
both of my knees dislocated inwards- My doc said it is pretty rare and had to reverse the actual technique for it.
Crutches in the snow would suck. For the reconstruction, I was on crutches for a couple of weeks and in a locked brace for about a month. For the scope, ace wrap for 2 days and crutch for a few hours.
I am not suggesting your only option is surgery. I am suggesting you see the best and most qualified to get you the best, most advanced treatment available.I'm with you in wanting to loose weight before surgery. It helps with recovery and pain. (I'm trying to too)
Why haven't you been in the pool yet?! :) get in, get a noodle and "bike" in the deep end at the very least.
As for the shoes- I had a pitty part myself, just the other day. My shoe collection is now in a box to let girls pick through. (except a pair of flat boots)
I have been able to find shoe cuter comfort type shoes. Macys had a good selection from Born, Clarks, Sketchers and a few others. I'm actually going to go to a shoe shop I just found and see the selection there. There are plenty of options.
I know I sound like a pushy b!tch. Again, not pushing for surgery. Pushing you to the specialist, regardless if he is labeled a "surgeon". He is a specialist!
I read warning flags immediately with your post!!!!
Immediate response. DO NOT LET ANYONE OTHER THAN A KNEE SPECIALIST TOUCH YOUR KNEE!!!
Your doctor may be a very good doctor and a great Orthopedist. If he is not a knee specialist, he should no longer be your doctor. You are wasting your time and might not be getting the best care for your condition- sorry to be blunt. been there done that, and now paying the toll.
Disclaimer**I am not a doctor.
Here some other thoughts from your post-
another MRI- may or may not show damage- I had multiple loose flaps on "good knee"
and some other "interesting findings" that did not show on the MRI-found with scope.
Best exercise for attempting to smooth the back of kneecap is biking.
Don't think exercise will remove or fix loose cartilage though-and in addition to the PFS, you might, like you said with the flaps, have something else going on too- a great reason to see the specialist!
knees bothering you when sitting, is actually a symptom of PFS. It's called the "theater sign" really!
both of my knees dislocated inwards- My doc said it is pretty rare and had to reverse the actual technique for it.
Crutches in the snow would suck. For the reconstruction, I was on crutches for a couple of weeks and in a locked brace for about a month. For the scope, ace wrap for 2 days and crutch for a few hours.
I am not suggesting your only option is surgery. I am suggesting you see the best and most qualified to get you the best, most advanced treatment available.I'm with you in wanting to loose weight before surgery. It helps with recovery and pain. (I'm trying to too)
Why haven't you been in the pool yet?! :) get in, get a noodle and "bike" in the deep end at the very least.
As for the shoes- I had a pitty part myself, just the other day. My shoe collection is now in a box to let girls pick through. (except a pair of flat boots)
I have been able to find shoe cuter comfort type shoes. Macys had a good selection from Born, Clarks, Sketchers and a few others. I'm actually going to go to a shoe shop I just found and see the selection there. There are plenty of options.
I know I sound like a pushy b!tch. Again, not pushing for surgery. Pushing you to the specialist, regardless if he is labeled a "surgeon". He is a specialist!
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
too long to post in Comments- injuries holding you back?
( By the way, pool closed for a "spill" drove there, but didn"t have other gym clothes....will now have extras in car bag!
Ali wrote
"You really will not let injuries get the best of you"
I thought I needed to explain why. I am not a super human go getter or an elite athlete by any means!
I have divided the last 14 years of my life in to thirds-not equal thirds though-
First small portion of these years I was still working in a very busy Urgent Care/ER dept. I worked, took care of kids and rarely did anything else
Second part-good majority
I quit my job and hurt my knee the first weekend off. Spent some time with one Ortho doc who said torn meniscus and Patella femoral, but since I wasn't motivated to improve, we didn't mesh- off to another surgeon who liked $$$ and I lost count, I know I had at least 3 and maybe 4 on each knee with him before long talk with insurance co about no improvement, multiple surgeries, etc-they sent me to surgeon #3' who I really liked! He fixed both knees- I forgot that he had to redo one as I fell a few days after and cracked my tibia-ruined his work, but he fixed it.
During this time, I gained alot of weight ( pushing 200) ( I got married in a size 3/4 dress)tuned into a "blob"** and never was motivated with any PT at all. My goal back then was to walk.
I also was a fast food addict-my kids were raised on it. The ONLY thing I considered exercise was walking kids to school-in my denim tent dress, white cotton cuffed sock and keds tennis-
I was only in my early 30"s and i felt and looked like a frumpy old woman( my Mennonite grandmother looked more stylish)
In 2003, my neighbor got me to join the gym. I paid each month and NEVER went for over a year.
In 2004, I found a letter that DQ (my daughter) had wrote to Santa or Jesus not sure, asking for a mom who wasn't fat-she had written it a few years before I found it. In 4 months, I lost 50lbs, wore a 4/6 and had muscles-still the gym was my only exercise.
I stoped the going to the gym and stayed at 150 for a couple of years without any muscle tone- I looked like I had regained alot more.
In 2006, I "got it" I went back to the gym, found my blog friends, and learned about healthy eating and got down to 137. I also became a farm animal advocate and gave up most meat
That's when the health hell started- bleeding (man at Target asks about my health every time he sees me-he said I scared the sh*t out of him that day), blood transfusion, hysterectomy-brain radiation-knee re inured-injury to other knee while on crutches......(it's comical)
After each surgery or Medical crisis, the ladies from church would bring much need meal for a week or two for my family- It was not stuff that I usually ate and I threw in the towel.
So the truth is, I have had it!
The best thing that has happened to ME is that my brother reluctantly was dragged to a Tri Club meeting. He had a complete change in his habits which has benefited all of us.
I was still in my locked knee brace and on crutches and watched him cross the finish line of his first TRI and made the promise to myself right there, that while I can't run, I will finish a tri in 2010.
So, I signed up for swim lessons ( yes, I live 8 miles from the beach and don't know how to swim)It's harder than I thought, but I'm still learning).
The 5k was a goal I set that day my brother crossed the finish line. I thought I'd be jogging.So finishing that was 100% a mental thing (wasn't really even hard). If I hadn't done that. Returning to a blob was a real possibility.
The PT told me to ride a stationary bike-do you know how boring that is??? My stationary bike makes a really good clothes hanger:)-in fact, we gave it back to the inlaws.
So, my brother bought me a tri bike, which scared the hell out of me and my cruiser bike, that looked like brand new, hurt my knee-too much strain, so we went to Wallies and bought an $89 pretty bike with gears. I tried to ride it everyday, but it was too hard to pedal and I was really thinking my knee just couldn't bike/
My brother sent me to a bike store that is owned by a Elite athlete-former Olympic team member and he probably had a bigger influence on me than even I realized- he told me he does not have an ACL, multiple surgeries, etc and to get on a bike and get in a pool.
That's when the bike angel blessed me with my bike. I love riding my bike. I can do things (distance, hills) that even a few weeks ago I would of and did, say no to.
The fall the day before Halloween which my PT thought I'd torn my ACL on reconstruct knee was about the lowest point I have ever been at. Luckily, we think it's healed.
I knew the week before the knee scope 2 weeks ago that the surgeon thought it would need the reconstruction and that is when I decided my rehab and getting back in shape and re losing the 20lbs would be my full time job.
I don't see Ortho for a couple more weeks and am hoping he is booked at least 8-10 weeks out as I want a good 12 weeks to get in better shape, so the recovery will be easier.
I also put the pain pills away and switched to Ibuprofen- that is another story ( no, I'm not addicted)
This turned into something different than what I planned. Ali, to respond to you, I can't let them get the best of me. I do not want that type of life ever again. I have things I was to do now that I never thought I'd be interested in (I think I have probably even made fun of people like this). I have let my knees become an excuse and babied them. Now, I feel like I'm taking care of them, with strengthening and proper technique, instead. Yes, some days they do hurt. I am not able to kneel on them and one of them dislocates. Some days just get more ibuprofen than others. I've decided to refocus and take the "power" and focus off the knee's
I remember a couple of summers ago, the ladies at church had a BBQ at the bay and we had Jet Skis to ride. I had just recovered from something, and I asked one to come with me, I'd drive her and she was very hesitant. I remember telling her then we could sit on the shore the rest of our lives, or we could get in the water, put a life vest on and find out what the fun was all about-
It's time to jump in
***blob**
I mean no offense to anyone who is overweight or has been. I'm defining myself with this term- I was fat, frumpy hair and clothes and my goal was to get to Taco Bell before the line started. I really didn't like myself.I do now though! :)
To me I looked like Grimace or HR Puff N Stuff. I was even called Shar-MU instead of Shamu (whale at Sea World)
I now have a cute pic of Tosca Reno on my fridge- that is my goal!
Ali wrote
"You really will not let injuries get the best of you"
I thought I needed to explain why. I am not a super human go getter or an elite athlete by any means!
I have divided the last 14 years of my life in to thirds-not equal thirds though-
First small portion of these years I was still working in a very busy Urgent Care/ER dept. I worked, took care of kids and rarely did anything else
Second part-good majority
I quit my job and hurt my knee the first weekend off. Spent some time with one Ortho doc who said torn meniscus and Patella femoral, but since I wasn't motivated to improve, we didn't mesh- off to another surgeon who liked $$$ and I lost count, I know I had at least 3 and maybe 4 on each knee with him before long talk with insurance co about no improvement, multiple surgeries, etc-they sent me to surgeon #3' who I really liked! He fixed both knees- I forgot that he had to redo one as I fell a few days after and cracked my tibia-ruined his work, but he fixed it.
During this time, I gained alot of weight ( pushing 200) ( I got married in a size 3/4 dress)tuned into a "blob"** and never was motivated with any PT at all. My goal back then was to walk.
I also was a fast food addict-my kids were raised on it. The ONLY thing I considered exercise was walking kids to school-in my denim tent dress, white cotton cuffed sock and keds tennis-
I was only in my early 30"s and i felt and looked like a frumpy old woman( my Mennonite grandmother looked more stylish)
In 2003, my neighbor got me to join the gym. I paid each month and NEVER went for over a year.
In 2004, I found a letter that DQ (my daughter) had wrote to Santa or Jesus not sure, asking for a mom who wasn't fat-she had written it a few years before I found it. In 4 months, I lost 50lbs, wore a 4/6 and had muscles-still the gym was my only exercise.
I stoped the going to the gym and stayed at 150 for a couple of years without any muscle tone- I looked like I had regained alot more.
In 2006, I "got it" I went back to the gym, found my blog friends, and learned about healthy eating and got down to 137. I also became a farm animal advocate and gave up most meat
That's when the health hell started- bleeding (man at Target asks about my health every time he sees me-he said I scared the sh*t out of him that day), blood transfusion, hysterectomy-brain radiation-knee re inured-injury to other knee while on crutches......(it's comical)
After each surgery or Medical crisis, the ladies from church would bring much need meal for a week or two for my family- It was not stuff that I usually ate and I threw in the towel.
So the truth is, I have had it!
The best thing that has happened to ME is that my brother reluctantly was dragged to a Tri Club meeting. He had a complete change in his habits which has benefited all of us.
I was still in my locked knee brace and on crutches and watched him cross the finish line of his first TRI and made the promise to myself right there, that while I can't run, I will finish a tri in 2010.
So, I signed up for swim lessons ( yes, I live 8 miles from the beach and don't know how to swim)It's harder than I thought, but I'm still learning).
The 5k was a goal I set that day my brother crossed the finish line. I thought I'd be jogging.So finishing that was 100% a mental thing (wasn't really even hard). If I hadn't done that. Returning to a blob was a real possibility.
The PT told me to ride a stationary bike-do you know how boring that is??? My stationary bike makes a really good clothes hanger:)-in fact, we gave it back to the inlaws.
So, my brother bought me a tri bike, which scared the hell out of me and my cruiser bike, that looked like brand new, hurt my knee-too much strain, so we went to Wallies and bought an $89 pretty bike with gears. I tried to ride it everyday, but it was too hard to pedal and I was really thinking my knee just couldn't bike/
My brother sent me to a bike store that is owned by a Elite athlete-former Olympic team member and he probably had a bigger influence on me than even I realized- he told me he does not have an ACL, multiple surgeries, etc and to get on a bike and get in a pool.
That's when the bike angel blessed me with my bike. I love riding my bike. I can do things (distance, hills) that even a few weeks ago I would of and did, say no to.
The fall the day before Halloween which my PT thought I'd torn my ACL on reconstruct knee was about the lowest point I have ever been at. Luckily, we think it's healed.
I knew the week before the knee scope 2 weeks ago that the surgeon thought it would need the reconstruction and that is when I decided my rehab and getting back in shape and re losing the 20lbs would be my full time job.
I don't see Ortho for a couple more weeks and am hoping he is booked at least 8-10 weeks out as I want a good 12 weeks to get in better shape, so the recovery will be easier.
I also put the pain pills away and switched to Ibuprofen- that is another story ( no, I'm not addicted)
This turned into something different than what I planned. Ali, to respond to you, I can't let them get the best of me. I do not want that type of life ever again. I have things I was to do now that I never thought I'd be interested in (I think I have probably even made fun of people like this). I have let my knees become an excuse and babied them. Now, I feel like I'm taking care of them, with strengthening and proper technique, instead. Yes, some days they do hurt. I am not able to kneel on them and one of them dislocates. Some days just get more ibuprofen than others. I've decided to refocus and take the "power" and focus off the knee's
I remember a couple of summers ago, the ladies at church had a BBQ at the bay and we had Jet Skis to ride. I had just recovered from something, and I asked one to come with me, I'd drive her and she was very hesitant. I remember telling her then we could sit on the shore the rest of our lives, or we could get in the water, put a life vest on and find out what the fun was all about-
It's time to jump in
***blob**
I mean no offense to anyone who is overweight or has been. I'm defining myself with this term- I was fat, frumpy hair and clothes and my goal was to get to Taco Bell before the line started. I really didn't like myself.I do now though! :)
To me I looked like Grimace or HR Puff N Stuff. I was even called Shar-MU instead of Shamu (whale at Sea World)
I now have a cute pic of Tosca Reno on my fridge- that is my goal!
Swim Rehab #1
I really liked my class yesterday. I am feeling it this morning in my quads, and that is a very good thing!
The class is limited to 6-more later. Led by a "real" physical therapist and you know what? I think this is just what the knees need!
The first thing out of the therapists mouth was "it all starts with the feet "(Vickie!)
She had us sit on the edge of the pool and curl and straighten out toes and she watched, then point and flex using ankle, up to knee bends and then using the hips- she wanted to SEE.
Once in the pool, I did get some comments asking what I was doing there...just because I was at least half the age of the rest, I still had the same scar-more later
The therapist wanted the focus to be first on our core. Then keeping body square
and then knee movement based on what we could do.
Some of the thing we did-
sidestep across pool (give that a try)
walk forward and backwards across pool
march forward and backwards across pool
"Skate" across pool
The hardest thing we did, I think, hold onto wall, raise one knee and stand on ball of foot then open and close raised knee from the hip-like a swinging gate- I felt that in my quads.
Ok, I will admit it sounds very easy and basic and even in the pool I had a few "is this really going to do anything" thoughts. It works. I'm glad. Can't wait till tomorrow!
Now for the age thing- the class is limited to 6. It is only open to members and there is an extra fee. You also have to have a medical release. So, 6 of us arrived on time and were getting warm in the pool (90) when another elderly woman showed up at wanted to be in the class- the therapist explained the fee, limit etc and the lady was getting angry- she had only turned in her medical release-didn't sign up for the class, nor pay and took about 15min of our class time loudly complaining and then looked right at me and said to the therapist "give me her spot, she doesn't need to be here".... the therapist handled it very nicely and did apologise after class (no need) and we talked about my goals etc and she said she will give me tips during class to up the intensity.
She is thrilled to have a person with a rehab goal of a sport other than walking.
The others in the class are very nice and funny! One lady had both knee replacements done at the same time. She said she would do it again- she figured if she did one at a time, she would have time to think about the second one and maybe not do it- she has a point.
I found a bike rack on Craigslist that is made for my new car (car is not new, just new to me). It fits into a trailer hitch and they are only asking $25 and it is made by Subaru. We have a generic one, but it doesn't hold the wheels still and they move around as it is just a velcro strap around the frame. This one looks like it clamps and holds the wheels straight...they didn't have a phone number, so I emailed them. I hope I get it!
Off to the gym. Have a great day!
The class is limited to 6-more later. Led by a "real" physical therapist and you know what? I think this is just what the knees need!
The first thing out of the therapists mouth was "it all starts with the feet "(Vickie!)
She had us sit on the edge of the pool and curl and straighten out toes and she watched, then point and flex using ankle, up to knee bends and then using the hips- she wanted to SEE.
Once in the pool, I did get some comments asking what I was doing there...just because I was at least half the age of the rest, I still had the same scar-more later
The therapist wanted the focus to be first on our core. Then keeping body square
and then knee movement based on what we could do.
Some of the thing we did-
sidestep across pool (give that a try)
walk forward and backwards across pool
march forward and backwards across pool
"Skate" across pool
The hardest thing we did, I think, hold onto wall, raise one knee and stand on ball of foot then open and close raised knee from the hip-like a swinging gate- I felt that in my quads.
Ok, I will admit it sounds very easy and basic and even in the pool I had a few "is this really going to do anything" thoughts. It works. I'm glad. Can't wait till tomorrow!
Now for the age thing- the class is limited to 6. It is only open to members and there is an extra fee. You also have to have a medical release. So, 6 of us arrived on time and were getting warm in the pool (90) when another elderly woman showed up at wanted to be in the class- the therapist explained the fee, limit etc and the lady was getting angry- she had only turned in her medical release-didn't sign up for the class, nor pay and took about 15min of our class time loudly complaining and then looked right at me and said to the therapist "give me her spot, she doesn't need to be here".... the therapist handled it very nicely and did apologise after class (no need) and we talked about my goals etc and she said she will give me tips during class to up the intensity.
She is thrilled to have a person with a rehab goal of a sport other than walking.
The others in the class are very nice and funny! One lady had both knee replacements done at the same time. She said she would do it again- she figured if she did one at a time, she would have time to think about the second one and maybe not do it- she has a point.
I found a bike rack on Craigslist that is made for my new car (car is not new, just new to me). It fits into a trailer hitch and they are only asking $25 and it is made by Subaru. We have a generic one, but it doesn't hold the wheels still and they move around as it is just a velcro strap around the frame. This one looks like it clamps and holds the wheels straight...they didn't have a phone number, so I emailed them. I hope I get it!
Off to the gym. Have a great day!
Monday, November 30, 2009
Gravity and a plan
efisportsmedicine.com/commercial/knowledge.base.htm
and
efisportsmedicine.com/commercial
there is an area on the site to put in your zip code to find a gym close to you
missionvalley.ymca.org
has a good description of the class.
I'm asking for a package of 4 classes for Christmas-I think it's 50ish.
I have never tried it, but I watched a lady who was using a machine with a trainer and she was sweating and said she loved it.
I'm in the process of planning a workout schedule and at first I ruled this out as too expensive, as I was in the mind set of having it be the only workout, but if I go once a week to mix things up, it is more reasonable.
I also saw a flyer for a hoop dance class-think hula hoop for adults with, maybe, some belly dance added in, I say that as the woman pictured on the flyer was in a belly dancer costume- it looks fun, doesn't start till January and is only $20 for 4 classes. Why not?!
I'm waiting to go to class tomorrow to see if that is any type of workout or just a stretching in water type, which is ok too.
Chit Chat-
We bought the car. It looked better today, than it did last night. Hubby liked that all of the maintenance has been done and that it was the original owner.
The seats didn't look so dark today.
I love leather seats. Hubby does not. Since the car is for me, I won :). We do not share cars. He might drive mine on a rare occasion, but that's it. He is super neat, me not so much. I like to think that I'm prepared as I keep alot in the back of the car "just in case" and it has served me well.
I tried the seat warmers tonight, as it is kinda chilly (56) and I'm gonna like em!
Just so you don"t think I'm a totally wuss, I never considered them, this car just had the upgraded package called a winter package. I'm sure it is nice to have in snowy climates. It might be nice for tight back muscles too :). I actually like cold weather. I really like picking son up from school in the snow. That's just a day though, not sure how I'd do for a whole winter. I would rather be cold than too warm.
Turns out the lady who sold us the car is a Tri club member and she had the car to take her bike places.
I did drag hubby with me for the bike shorts, he thought it was strange. I took it as face value as trying out a potential product I might like. Lets just say the girl wasn't home and her husband was a creeper. I'm glad the hub was with me!
Ali, I don't run. I walk fast. I have been told under no circumstance am I to run-(burning house might change my mind) I walk in running shoes and I have Superfeet (green one) in both pairs of gym shoes and one pair to put in my other shoes, but I've stooped wearing ALL my other cute shoes. I did do ok with them in a pair of flat boots. I'm on the hunt for a comfy pair of shoes that look good with jeans and pants
Ortho has said these reconstructions need to last 10 years as I will need replacements and that they last about 10-12 years and they can replace them once.
one of the reasons I want to lose this regained 20lbs. I really feel the difference in my knees.
Vickie, it is very smart to call and ask for pants in the same cut! Do they have any other colors in the cords you'd like? Have fun jeans shopping and please let us know what you find!
and
efisportsmedicine.com/commercial
there is an area on the site to put in your zip code to find a gym close to you
missionvalley.ymca.org
has a good description of the class.
I'm asking for a package of 4 classes for Christmas-I think it's 50ish.
I have never tried it, but I watched a lady who was using a machine with a trainer and she was sweating and said she loved it.
I'm in the process of planning a workout schedule and at first I ruled this out as too expensive, as I was in the mind set of having it be the only workout, but if I go once a week to mix things up, it is more reasonable.
I also saw a flyer for a hoop dance class-think hula hoop for adults with, maybe, some belly dance added in, I say that as the woman pictured on the flyer was in a belly dancer costume- it looks fun, doesn't start till January and is only $20 for 4 classes. Why not?!
I'm waiting to go to class tomorrow to see if that is any type of workout or just a stretching in water type, which is ok too.
Chit Chat-
We bought the car. It looked better today, than it did last night. Hubby liked that all of the maintenance has been done and that it was the original owner.
The seats didn't look so dark today.
I love leather seats. Hubby does not. Since the car is for me, I won :). We do not share cars. He might drive mine on a rare occasion, but that's it. He is super neat, me not so much. I like to think that I'm prepared as I keep alot in the back of the car "just in case" and it has served me well.
I tried the seat warmers tonight, as it is kinda chilly (56) and I'm gonna like em!
Just so you don"t think I'm a totally wuss, I never considered them, this car just had the upgraded package called a winter package. I'm sure it is nice to have in snowy climates. It might be nice for tight back muscles too :). I actually like cold weather. I really like picking son up from school in the snow. That's just a day though, not sure how I'd do for a whole winter. I would rather be cold than too warm.
Turns out the lady who sold us the car is a Tri club member and she had the car to take her bike places.
I did drag hubby with me for the bike shorts, he thought it was strange. I took it as face value as trying out a potential product I might like. Lets just say the girl wasn't home and her husband was a creeper. I'm glad the hub was with me!
Ali, I don't run. I walk fast. I have been told under no circumstance am I to run-(burning house might change my mind) I walk in running shoes and I have Superfeet (green one) in both pairs of gym shoes and one pair to put in my other shoes, but I've stooped wearing ALL my other cute shoes. I did do ok with them in a pair of flat boots. I'm on the hunt for a comfy pair of shoes that look good with jeans and pants
Ortho has said these reconstructions need to last 10 years as I will need replacements and that they last about 10-12 years and they can replace them once.
one of the reasons I want to lose this regained 20lbs. I really feel the difference in my knees.
Vickie, it is very smart to call and ask for pants in the same cut! Do they have any other colors in the cords you'd like? Have fun jeans shopping and please let us know what you find!
grrrr
I have been trying all morning to try to post a pic from my phone and I give up!
end of rant:)
It's 1:45 and I haven't gotten much done yet today! It is the day after the week tha gets me every time.
I have my results and wanted to post the pics with it, maybe DQ will help me later.
So for my age group and overall.....drum roll please
Age group place-136 of 281
Overall-3624 of approx 9700
Gun time-54:57
My Chip time-50:32.1
Pace 16:19
Not too shabby for 9 days post op.....
We are looking at a car this afternoon. I went and saw it yesterday and it meets my requirements, which are-
Cargo area for dogs-so they don't sit on people seats. Easy for dogs to jump into, so I don't have to lift them in (new one).
Large enough for me to be able to put my bike inside by myself,
Small enough that I can afford the gas to drive it :)
Air bags, ABS, and AWD.
This one has soft leather seats. They are Charcoal, so I'm a bit worried about them being hot in the summer-they seem to be a better quality leather than the CRV (which went to Mexico). It has heated seats, which I really like in my dad's SUV.
I'm also going to buy a "lot" of bike shorts a gal is selling. I figured after washing them with some bleach, I'll be able to try the three brands out and see which one I'd like to ask for for Christmas, or they will be really nice and I can take that off of my list. For 10 bucks, it's worth a try.
I'm on the fence about the Eat Clean Diet Book. almost bought it twice this weekend. This morning, I got an email for a new version that will be available on Jan 4. I'm thinking I'll wait for the new one.
I'm trying to find a training package. I don't need a one on one workout all the time-more like a once a week or every other-than me working in between on my own. I'm with Vickie. If I pay for something, I will attend and use it. It adds motivation!
Ali, my knees are less painful when I use them. However, if I use them too much, in a non "protected" manner, I'm screwed! By this, I mean- running shoes with inserts, I pay very careful attention to the position they are in-straight ahead and never over toes. I go up stairs, but not down them as that is when it dislocates.
Th elliptical and my "real" bike are fine. Treadmill ok, but the stationary bike sprints are a NO go! I have a high pain tolerance, but if I don't protect it and it dislocates, it is a deep pain that hurts for a few days-I try to prevent that :)
My pool rehab class starts tomorrow and I'm looking forward to it.
I'm also thinking about paying for 4 Gravity machine classes-I figure once a week for a month to see if I like it/it does anything
Vickie, I might be overly excited about your box. It reminds me of growing up when the Spegiel box would show up at our house with clothes .
Off to walk the hounds!
end of rant:)
It's 1:45 and I haven't gotten much done yet today! It is the day after the week tha gets me every time.
I have my results and wanted to post the pics with it, maybe DQ will help me later.
So for my age group and overall.....drum roll please
Age group place-136 of 281
Overall-3624 of approx 9700
Gun time-54:57
My Chip time-50:32.1
Pace 16:19
Not too shabby for 9 days post op.....
We are looking at a car this afternoon. I went and saw it yesterday and it meets my requirements, which are-
Cargo area for dogs-so they don't sit on people seats. Easy for dogs to jump into, so I don't have to lift them in (new one).
Large enough for me to be able to put my bike inside by myself,
Small enough that I can afford the gas to drive it :)
Air bags, ABS, and AWD.
This one has soft leather seats. They are Charcoal, so I'm a bit worried about them being hot in the summer-they seem to be a better quality leather than the CRV (which went to Mexico). It has heated seats, which I really like in my dad's SUV.
I'm also going to buy a "lot" of bike shorts a gal is selling. I figured after washing them with some bleach, I'll be able to try the three brands out and see which one I'd like to ask for for Christmas, or they will be really nice and I can take that off of my list. For 10 bucks, it's worth a try.
I'm on the fence about the Eat Clean Diet Book. almost bought it twice this weekend. This morning, I got an email for a new version that will be available on Jan 4. I'm thinking I'll wait for the new one.
I'm trying to find a training package. I don't need a one on one workout all the time-more like a once a week or every other-than me working in between on my own. I'm with Vickie. If I pay for something, I will attend and use it. It adds motivation!
Ali, my knees are less painful when I use them. However, if I use them too much, in a non "protected" manner, I'm screwed! By this, I mean- running shoes with inserts, I pay very careful attention to the position they are in-straight ahead and never over toes. I go up stairs, but not down them as that is when it dislocates.
Th elliptical and my "real" bike are fine. Treadmill ok, but the stationary bike sprints are a NO go! I have a high pain tolerance, but if I don't protect it and it dislocates, it is a deep pain that hurts for a few days-I try to prevent that :)
My pool rehab class starts tomorrow and I'm looking forward to it.
I'm also thinking about paying for 4 Gravity machine classes-I figure once a week for a month to see if I like it/it does anything
Vickie, I might be overly excited about your box. It reminds me of growing up when the Spegiel box would show up at our house with clothes .
Off to walk the hounds!
Friday, November 27, 2009
the day after and the day before
One T day down, another to go tomorrow.
The 5k was great! I did have to hide out as the team from the HMO's ortho dept ran by :)
I will admit that I did get a bit emotional crossing the finish line. My brother totally understood what it meant. Hubby, mot so much.
I'm still waiting for my offical time as we started about 8 min after the gun and we finished at just under 54 on the race clock...My goal wa s an hour. I do have a pic that I will try to post.
The knees held up well. One hip still hurts today and I found out my socks are not right as my one foot was burning from the friction.
Today, dad and I went on our yearly shopping adventure...it was an adventure as I dragged him into Nordys and had him wait while I bought two new Le Mystre bras. He was at the cash wrap while the clerk rang me up and said "146" for 2 bras, to which I said. That's on sale and cheaper than plastic surgery.
He bought ther g/f an engagement ring while we were out too.....
We went to 3 seperate malls and none of them were crowded at all! Even Target. I did use the instore computer to order off target dot com. I wanted a few pairs of workout pants and running tights that they didn't have my size so the clerk said to order it- pretty easy and I also ordered a running skirt that was marked down to 6.48!
Actually, we went to several sporting goods stores looking at boot cut w/0 pants and tights, also, bike shorts. I decided to save a bit on the pants to spend more on the bike shorts.
If your reading this before Target closes on Saturday, and if you need either a v neck or turtle neck sweater. The super soft ones that are 50percent off at target (9) are pretty nice. We had a family pic taken today so I grabbed a black T neck to wear and it is soft, pretty fitted for a sweatern longer and 9 bucks while on sale!
I told my brother I'd do the bike ride with him in the morning. This will be a test of the tri shorts I bought, to see if Santa needs to bring cushier bike shorts or not.
We also have to do T day all over again with the inlaws
Have a great weekend!
The 5k was great! I did have to hide out as the team from the HMO's ortho dept ran by :)
I will admit that I did get a bit emotional crossing the finish line. My brother totally understood what it meant. Hubby, mot so much.
I'm still waiting for my offical time as we started about 8 min after the gun and we finished at just under 54 on the race clock...My goal wa s an hour. I do have a pic that I will try to post.
The knees held up well. One hip still hurts today and I found out my socks are not right as my one foot was burning from the friction.
Today, dad and I went on our yearly shopping adventure...it was an adventure as I dragged him into Nordys and had him wait while I bought two new Le Mystre bras. He was at the cash wrap while the clerk rang me up and said "146" for 2 bras, to which I said. That's on sale and cheaper than plastic surgery.
He bought ther g/f an engagement ring while we were out too.....
We went to 3 seperate malls and none of them were crowded at all! Even Target. I did use the instore computer to order off target dot com. I wanted a few pairs of workout pants and running tights that they didn't have my size so the clerk said to order it- pretty easy and I also ordered a running skirt that was marked down to 6.48!
Actually, we went to several sporting goods stores looking at boot cut w/0 pants and tights, also, bike shorts. I decided to save a bit on the pants to spend more on the bike shorts.
If your reading this before Target closes on Saturday, and if you need either a v neck or turtle neck sweater. The super soft ones that are 50percent off at target (9) are pretty nice. We had a family pic taken today so I grabbed a black T neck to wear and it is soft, pretty fitted for a sweatern longer and 9 bucks while on sale!
I told my brother I'd do the bike ride with him in the morning. This will be a test of the tri shorts I bought, to see if Santa needs to bring cushier bike shorts or not.
We also have to do T day all over again with the inlaws
Have a great weekend!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
slam
I'm not sure if I had "it" or another culprit. Monday night it slammed into my head.
Hubby had had 2 days of a severe headache then feeling "sick".
Monday, I was fine, then all of the sudden, my head hurt BAD! I took a few doses of ibuprofen-no help. knee pain meds didn't help. I woke up at 2 (hence the early am blog reading) took more meds and slept some more. Alieve took the edge off enough to go get stitches out, then it was right back.
Last night, I was ready to cut my head off!
If you suffer from chronic headaches, I am so sorry. That must suck!
My brother brought me a coke last night and it might of helped "a bit".
Today, it's there but not too bad.
Only reason I'm thinking a virus is the fact hubby had the same thing.
I did write a post, but I see it is blog sphere somewhere...
No funny stuff, this is a "serious" thought....
Monday, I went and got a pair of tri shorts at a warehouse blowout sale (need cycle shorts) and I didn't like how they fit and the owner said they would fit better once I didn't have undies underneath...I must have looked weird as she then had a long explanation as why we shouldn't be wearing any thing other than a very thin pantyliner under our workout pants, short, whatever.....anyone hear this? Am I in the dark ages?
I did go to whole foods yesterday as the nurse suggested I get some probiotics to help with the havoc pain pills have on my digestive system. While there, I bought Brussels Sprouts! I;m going to do the roasting with onions trick the farmer at the FM told me and take them tomorrow, along with some roasted sweet potato's.
Still looking for a car. I did drive sons over to leave it at my brothers and I was able to fit my bike in it and get it out by myself, so that might be an option.
If I'm not back, Have a happy Thanksgiving!
I'll be back sometime and give all the details of the 5K (I forgot)
Hubby had had 2 days of a severe headache then feeling "sick".
Monday, I was fine, then all of the sudden, my head hurt BAD! I took a few doses of ibuprofen-no help. knee pain meds didn't help. I woke up at 2 (hence the early am blog reading) took more meds and slept some more. Alieve took the edge off enough to go get stitches out, then it was right back.
Last night, I was ready to cut my head off!
If you suffer from chronic headaches, I am so sorry. That must suck!
My brother brought me a coke last night and it might of helped "a bit".
Today, it's there but not too bad.
Only reason I'm thinking a virus is the fact hubby had the same thing.
I did write a post, but I see it is blog sphere somewhere...
No funny stuff, this is a "serious" thought....
Monday, I went and got a pair of tri shorts at a warehouse blowout sale (need cycle shorts) and I didn't like how they fit and the owner said they would fit better once I didn't have undies underneath...I must have looked weird as she then had a long explanation as why we shouldn't be wearing any thing other than a very thin pantyliner under our workout pants, short, whatever.....anyone hear this? Am I in the dark ages?
I did go to whole foods yesterday as the nurse suggested I get some probiotics to help with the havoc pain pills have on my digestive system. While there, I bought Brussels Sprouts! I;m going to do the roasting with onions trick the farmer at the FM told me and take them tomorrow, along with some roasted sweet potato's.
Still looking for a car. I did drive sons over to leave it at my brothers and I was able to fit my bike in it and get it out by myself, so that might be an option.
If I'm not back, Have a happy Thanksgiving!
I'll be back sometime and give all the details of the 5K (I forgot)
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