djshrew Posted September 11, 2010 Author Share Posted September 11, 2010 Thanks for the help Zack! I am only guessing my maintenance is 2000 (using the online calculators and dropping it a bit to make up for water weight and such). I hope seasiren does see this =) seasiren? help!!! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegan Joe Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:n6ixdTT0Vb1OlM:http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/sanaraset/birthday_cake.jpg&t=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted September 28, 2010 Author Share Posted September 28, 2010 just wanted to let everyone know I'm still alive =D and still training. Just with the TA position and 3 grad classes and physical Therapy there isn't much time to log on and post everything. I'm still working on the diet. I found this picture and put it on my dresser for inspiration. not sure I want my arms to get this big, but her back is UNREAL!!!http://fighterdiet.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted October 5, 2010 Author Share Posted October 5, 2010 Went to see my orthopedic doc yesterday and confirmed that I have a hip impingement. He wants me to get an MRI with contrast and a cortisone shot to see if I tore my labrum.Fun stuff..good thing is he said I can still do all of the leg stuff (as long as it doesn't hurt) which, unfortunately, means no leg presses or squats. I'm a bit frustrated with this since I need to build my legs the most.my weight is holding steady at 140ish lbs and I've upped the weight on just about everything. I invested in some straps to lift even more, it I'm loving it!This week I'm aiming for the most weight I can handle for 10 reps and 3 sets of each. I really wish I could find someone to train with, I'll need a spotter soon I think. Also, I've added 30 mins of cardio to the end of my sessions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 still kicking (well maybe not kicking per say...not with my old lady hip! lol). I'm still at it trying to bulk but haven't been motivated to eat the huge amounts that I should; school is stressing me out and I'm lucky if I make to the gym. in other news, I had my hip arthogram today; pretty freaking painful!! good news is I should have some answers soon and can go from there. one step (squat) closer to being able to sqaut!! I can see my butt getting tighter and quads growing just thinking about it! yah! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vivalasvegans Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 ha ha that last line made me giggle out loud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted November 10, 2010 Author Share Posted November 10, 2010 well, I met with my ortho. todaygood news: I didn't tear my labrum! =Dbadish news: He still suggests surgery for the impingement. it's either modify my activities and do therapy and hope it helps or do the surgery. I'd rather do it while I'm young. Plus, I'm too young to modify my activities!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted November 17, 2010 Author Share Posted November 17, 2010 scheduled my surgery for Jan. 7. i'll be on crutches for 6 weeks and am not supposed to put any weight on my foot. I'll have to see what he says about doing any type of upper body. oh well, it's a small set back but I'll rebound. so much for competing in June or so. maybe later in the year...might be better anyhow since I'll be all stressed out finishing up my Masters by May...can you say bloated with cortisol!?!? lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason X Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Good luck, get better, and come back stronger!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lobsteriffic Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Good luck! Both with the surgery and finishing up your MA, seems like you just started! That's speedy! Is it a thesis program? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryStella Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 good luck with the surgery and hope you can train around it as much as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb123 Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 Best wishes with your surgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted December 25, 2010 Author Share Posted December 25, 2010 Thanks for the well wishes! Had to change the surgery by a week, oh well. Out in beautiful Idaho visiting family, may try some CrossFit on Monday if we don't go hiking or travel to a surrounding state. It sure is nice here, very action orientated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted December 25, 2010 Author Share Posted December 25, 2010 Also, visited bodybuilding.com headquarters and store! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryStella Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 whoo hoo some crossfitting! let me know how it goes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted January 4, 2011 Author Share Posted January 4, 2011 IT WAS AWESOME!!! my brother is in the Navy and has gotten all of his guys really into it so while I was visiting I PT'ed with them a few days. tire flippin', box jumps, burpees, air squats...that sort of thing.I found a gym not far from here that actually houses a crossfit and the price includes all the gym has to offer ( a pool!!) and the crossfit. I'm thinking of going to take a tour. much more expensive than my gym now (but my gym doesn't have a pool or any classes or stuff), but I will most likely wait until my last grad semester is over and I'm fully recovered from my hip surgery to really get into it more since I'll still be paying my other gym, my loans, I'll need to get a job, stress, blah, blah, blah... most importantly time will be short as is. My forearms, hands and quads were crazy sore the next 2days after the tire flipping and 'it pays to be a winner'!! felt great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted January 4, 2011 Author Share Posted January 4, 2011 oh yea, I'm preparing for surgery next week. No vitamins and meds until after and was told to avoid fortified foods until then. do you know how hard it is to find stuff without vitamins added?!? lots of rice and beans and veggies for me right now (not that its a bad thing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 All the best to you! Hugs! Recover quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted January 14, 2011 Author Share Posted January 14, 2011 So I'm 2 days post-op and it hurts like all hell!! At moments it doesn't seem too bad and then I move, lol. They have be on vicodin for the pain and I'm trying not to take it too much (I'm not a fan of pain meds, they make me a bit nauseous and super sleepy!!!) I didn't talk to the doc after the surgery but he spoke with my husband and mom and from what I gather I did have some tearing. I meet with him for my post op next week and will find out more then I'm sure; along with my PT orders. Right now, I'm just trying to focus on eating, the nausea is not helping! Its a bit frustrating that I can barely lift my leg! Being as active as I am I feel for the people who aren't active, how the crap do they deal with this?!?! I take to bandages of to change them today, maybe I'll post some gross pictures later... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lobsteriffic Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Wishing you a speedy recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 Hope you recovery well. Thanks for the update. All the best to you my friend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryStella Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 hoping your feeling a little better! And you really can do crossfit anywhere so when your up and around we will talk about it more. I am glad you had such a good experience with it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 How are you doing? Hope you're recovering well. RC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paige Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 I hope you are well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted January 27, 2011 Author Share Posted January 27, 2011 Thanks everyone! I've been doing alright. A bit sore and using crutches is frustrating!!!! especially in the snow... I was supposed to start my 8 week Physical therapy program this week but because of snow I have to start next week. I'll be in PT 3 times a week =( should be fun.... I was able to manage to get to the gym again on Monday and plan on going maybe M-W-F but at least Monday and Wednesday when I don't have any classes, maybe before I go to PT. As long as I don't put any weight on my right leg I can do whatever I want there, which is mostly machines for the time being since I can't carry weights and use the crutches at the same time. But other regulars at my gym offered to help me if I needed it. I had a lot of people starring at me on Monday when I was working out on crutches. maybe I lit the flame under some of their butts, lol. side ramble- being on crutches I've had to use the elevator more and never realized how many lazy completely capable people wait to use the elevator when the staircase is right next to them...unbelievable!! I had the post op and all went well, unfortunately my x-ray showed signs of impingement on the left side too which eventually could cause some of the same issue I've been having and explain by lack of flexibility in my hips and most likely my back pain. The doc said we'll wait to determine if I need to have surgery to correct the left side as well, if so hopefully it can wait awhile! I meet with him again sometime in March for another follow up. I've decided that this year my main fitness goals are: stretch more (this is most likely my biggest downfall and is certainly not helping prevent injuries), increase my endurance, and of course grow. and in life: just do and see all the things I've always wanted to do and see but for some reason just put off- even the little things. I guess live more in the moment. With school as my focus its been very easy to have tunnel vision and not relax as I should. another side note: has anyone heard of or tried this bread?http://julianbakery.com/low-carb-bread/manna-from-heaven/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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