Category: Training Reports

INJURY RECOVERY REPORT: WEEK 3 (07/10 – 07/16)

Two weeks to go until I can get specialized professional treatment for my thumb, knee, and foot injury. The application of an anti-inflammatory gel to…

INJURY RECOVERY REPORT: WEEK 2 (07/03 – 07/09)

As expected, I have occupational therapy and physical therapy appointments scheduled for August 2, 7, and 14, not with my primary healthcare system, but with…

INJURY RECOVERY REPORT: WEEK 1 (06/26 – 07/02)

The appointment with my primary care physician (PCP) was a disappointment. He “punted” my care to an occupational therapist for my thumb and physical therapist…

PREPARATION 2.4 (06/19 – 06/25) TRAINING REPORT

I was too optimistic that the swelling in my right thumb and right calf was diminishing. In fact, both of my knees are now swollen and…

PREPARATION 2.3 (06/12 – 06/18) TRAINING REPORT

I suffered a pair of freak injuries last weekend. The first was a ligament strain in my right thumb from an over-vigorous handshake with a colleage…