PT Visit on Friday went very well. At this time I am in the final phase of my program, and my homework for the next five weeks is:
- Increase running to 3-4 days per week, adding more distance by the 4th week
- Jumping rope with a target of 4 days per week, 5-10 minute sessions (good for sparring endurance)
- Continue strengthening exercises 3 times per week with emphasis on the hamstrings
- One leg bridges (Lie on my back, bend knees about 50-60 degrees and lift the hips up with one leg raised)
- Reverse Planks (Like bridges, except propped up on my elbows)
- Box jumps by the 4th week
- Moderate effort karate (lots of deep stance transitions and slow kicks)
My PT is betting that when I see Dr. K at the end of May, he might allow me an early return if I bust my butt a little bit between now and then! My goal is to set up a calendar with daily routines (including a rest day) so I don't have to think too hard at that time of day.
I can get up early in the morning just fine, it's always deciding what to do that breaks my routine!!!
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Two words: Five weeks?
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ACL,
form,
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hamstring,
Karate,
kata,
Martial Arts,
physical therapy,
Running,
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Hack, you're going to be in better shape when you finish than before your injury!
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