not quite ready….
04.14.08
After an active evening of pain, inability to move and many breathless moments I survived to Monday with the help of my son Harry Nightingale who was by my side ready with kisses whenever I needed them. Never fear, Monday turned in my favor soon enough and I’m doing much better, I’m not 100%, I’m closer to 60%. I couldn’t do my long ride today, 77 miles passed me by but the good thing is, I know I can ride 77 miles. I have a full day in my practice tomorrow with clients who don’t need me freaking out in pain during their sessions so based on my state this morning I had to make a decision to lay low for one more day.
So it’s now 8:14 and I’m feeling just ok. Not sure if everything is back in its place but I just didn’t want to f$&# with things anymore today. I think it was a good decision and I was able to function all day today putting in a solid day of work. It’s truly amazing what you can get done when you’re not training for an Ironman. My attitude right now is Ironman, Shmironman - I’m totally gonna do it, I’m totally gonna finish and it will totally be my day. The day of the rat (earth mouse)….the last few days, they were simply pain training, nothing less, nothing more.
We’ll see what tomorrow brings…I’m hoping for good things.
Knowing how to manage the pain is half the battle. Hope you’re at least 70% tomorrow and the numbers increase as the days go on. As much as I need a massage, if you need the rest, let me know - I can go see Allison Shmallison …it won’t be the same but I want you to feel 110% friend.
Way to tough it out, Jess….I’m with you
xxxxx
You’re definitely gonna do it!!!!!