Re-gaining control. It's on like Donkey Kong

[djshrew]

oh man the diner is SO worth it!!!

[djshrew]

Not a whole lot new here.
On spring "break" for the week. getting back into my ultra clean diet- but including cheat meals every so often since i'm not preparing for a show. Still unable to do any leg stuff =( which I expected but it still sucks!! the other day I ran up my stairs, like an idiot, and realized just how week some of my hip muscles are. I was pretty sore for the rest of the day. won't be doing that again for awhile.

did tris and back today in the gym, felt pretty awesome!

[MaryStella]

what did you have at the diner?

[djshrew]

oh man! what didn't I eat?!?!? lol! we went ther about 3 times while we were there. I had pumpkin ravioli a mint choco. shake the 1st night. I had country fried "steak" and a pb choco. cookie dough shake the next. and finally a huge awesome breakfast- tofu scramble with country fried "steak" and gravy with a side of french toast and a pb shake....


I weighed in yesterday at 142...could be worse, I want to be at 135ish next time I compete. instead of the 123 last time- at 5'8" thats just too thin!!!

[MaryStella]

WOW!!! sound super yummy!

[djshrew]

Feeling super sore today =)

did tris and chest yesterday...and I did a whole body stretch routine (well what I was able to do with the lower half). realized I definitely need to do that every time I'm crazy tight all over and that wont help me progress!!

PT has been going good and my PT thinks I'm progressing . I'll be meeting with my Ortho later this month to check on my progression. Only think I can complain about is that my hip has been generally sore but it might just be the weird weather we've been having. Also, my glutes are insanely tight so I can't stretch my back the way I want and of course my hip...


Great news- I was given the go ahead to ride a regular upright (not recumbent) bike and was able to do 20 mins no problem! =) I did 10mins incline on a treadmill and realized that was a bad idea..

my husband and I are planning on cleaning out the basement a bit, so we can repoint the stone foundation... but on the plus side I plan on getting some cardio equipment so I can do extra cardio during competition season and watch tv =)

speaking of competing. I haven't thrown the idea of competing this year out, but I know it may not happen. I have found a trainer who will help me get back in the saddle once I'm given the go ahead. I know (unless of course the ortho says I need to do the surgery on the opposite side too) I will compete early next year!


ps.
Diet has been a bit better, but I still need to cut back on the cheat meals. I weighed in at 144lbs. I know I have added some muscle to my upper body, seeing results and gaining strength, but of course I've gained some body fat and lost some leg muscle =(

[djshrew]

Maybe I'll post some full body progress photos just to keep me in check...

forgot to mention I signed up for a learn to row event here in Baltimore in June (right before we leave for the UK)- I've always wanted to row and thought it would be a great addition to my figure training.

[djshrew]

sorry I've been MIA for a while. School is kicking my butt!!!! no worries though I'm still training fairly regularly though I have had to miss a few sessions to catch up with some of my schoolwork.

PT is going well and my therapist said I'm doing better than most people at this stage. I meet with my surgeon on Thursday. I'll keep ya posted.

[MaryStella]

it is going to be on the water row training? sounds super kool! I use an Erg sometimes.

[djshrew]

yup, on the water, Ive always liked the Erg and the most fun I've ever had was rafting in a group so I've always wanted to try my hand at rowing- I'm super stoked about it! =)

[djshrew]

Quick update*

I saw my surgeon last week and was given clearance to "test the waters" in the gym- basically start doing light leg stuff- limited ROM leg press no weight for now, extensions, that sort of thing. No squats still, but I can tell how weak I am so Its for the best really.

unfortunately, school has me beyond stressed out since I'm trying to get everything done I need to in order to graduate with my MA in 3 weeks. so the gym is on hold somewhat, essentially trying to go at least 1-2X's a week but worrying more about school stuff.

speaking of school- Baltimore VegFest will be held on my schools campus so that's exciting! =)

[marcella]

We're going to be at Baltimore VegFest - maybe I'll see you there!

[djshrew]

You will! I'm going to help with the table

[marcella]

Ah, Robert said there might a couple Baltimore figure competitors from the boards - thought you might!

[MaryStella]

CONGRATS! I am happy to hear you can start having at it at the gym! enjoy your road back! Good luck with school too!