*Right: 10 week surgery anniversary*
*Left: 30 week surgery anniversary*
Before work, I walked for 25 mins outside. I know I have a long ways to go, because a homeless guy saw me and said, "Oh, you're hurt." There is no denying that. I walk with a bit of a limp on my right side. The outside of my right foot hurts in the toe off portion of the walking gait and my calf is also really tight. I have to shorten my stride so not to aggravate these two issues.
When I got back, I did some step-ups, balancing exercises, and band work.
Then I went to work. I again went without the ankle brace, just tennis shoes.
When I got home, I rode my road bike (on the trainer) for 15 mins. I have to get re-aclimated to riding inside before I take it out on the road again. I also did my whole at-home PT program and also a push-up and ab circuit.
I have been really committed to working on my feet and my overall fitness because next week I start teaching full time. For teaching, I will have to be on my feet for long periods of time, be able to walk around the building I work in, and also be able to go for longer periods of time without elevating my feet. I can't say it enough how fortunate I am that I already know how to rehab from this surgery. When I feel my foot is ready, I progress my at-home program as my former therapist would have in my PT sessions.
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Reflection
I can feel my feet getting stronger. I love my job. I think I am going to be alright.
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