I Can Bend My Knee!

I know this is very exciting - I can bend my knee. I can even go up and down the stairs like a normal person! It's slow going, but hey, it's better than two stepping it.

I had my first therapy session this week and now I am waiting for the insurance to approve the whole program. I couldn't believe how with just some stretches and 8 minutes on the bike I felt great and was ready to go again! Mind you - it hurt, but I pushed myself.

My at home program isn't bad, and I've usually got one of many cats sitting by me as I stretch and whatnot, so when it hurts it's not so bad.

They told me I will be running by Feb 1ST - Hurray! I'm planning on running in Chicago's Shamrock Shuffle this year. I'm excited for a year full of running, getting in shape and meeting my goals - running another 1/2 Marathon and feeling comfortable and looking good in a bikini by my Birthday - tall orders, I know, but I'm ready.

Tomorrow starts the core training and arm work - along with the continuation of therapy and stretches. As soon as they give me the go ahead I'll be back on a regular workout routine.

I'm also starting a food diary - I'm thinking I might find an iPhone app that will help. I need to keep track of my food intake.

Here's to a Happy, Healthy and Successful New Year!