If you read my previous blog entry on getting in shape, you already know my background story. As mentioned, I’ll be working with Dustin Maher from Fit Moms for Life on a “21 Day Challenge” come February. Read here about Day 1 and 2 of trying to get fit again!
So I stuck with the one day of full workout and then one day of rest routine. I previously used to run cross country and 5ks in my teen years. During this, I suffered a knee injury that seems to rear its ugly head every so often. Unfortunately, it has decided to make its presence known once again!
Strength is improving. I’m just using 10 lb weights, but am looking to up to 15s soon. I still struggle with push-ups, but am improving. The squats are starting to become quite painful in my right knee. I need to dig out my brace and ice it better at night. This is mostly why I’m sticking to the day of rest.
I’m doing good with the cardio! I got that down. It gives you quite a burn and you will feel AWESOME afterward. Oddly, I don’t have any issues with my knee during the this part of the workout routine.
For the core workout, I am still feeling that good burn in the abs. Speaking of which, in one week, I’ve lost 1 inch off my lower abs, and a 1.5 inches off my natural waist!
If anyone has any advice on what to do with my knee to ease the pain, feel free to chime in! I need to put the flexible brace on it. However, I’m not at the point where I can’t walk, and actually it is not even painful to walk. It just seems from time to time when I bend it, I start to feel the pain. With doing squats, the pain can intensify. Would love to know how others have handled their knee injuries and maintaining a good workout routine.
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Darcy says
I’d try not to put a lot of impact on my knees and use ibuprofen but that’s just me. I have bad knees but it’s not from an injury.
Cyndy says
I have pain in one of my knees and have a few exercises that I was taught in physical therapy a hundred years ago lol. However, my issue is that the muscles around my knee were not strong enough so I have to remember to keep them strong. I think your day of rest is smart!
Kat B. says
I dont have a knee injury but I do have a wrist injury and I can tell you that the worst thing you can do is injure it further. Dont try to do too much at once! Its awesome that the program is working for you so well though!
Janet K says
Ibuprofen around the clock along with rest is probably best for your knee. I love that you are still going strong despite the knee problem. Good Luck!!
Eschelle says
pushups suck i can’t do em either lol!!
Katie Smih says
I was going to do that but I just dont have the money right now to start that. I wish you good luck. I have read the book and I think you will do good
Randa says
I am not a fan of cardio at all. LOVE weight training. I hope your knee feels better.
sharon martin says
Ive heard aloe vera gel is really good !! Maybe need to rest a little more . Like the title of fit moms for life –
HillyG says
I hate knee pain! I usually use my knee brace while working out then rest my knee for an hour switching between a heating pad for 20 min. and an ice pack for 20 min.
susie says
way to go! I’m totally working out too! I am impressed you use 10lb weights!! I broke my ankle in august so it’s hurting a bit these days