Well, just got my very first injury… I’m bummed
I found out about a month ago that after doing weighted dips, I managed to rupture my C5-C6 disk in my neck. I noticed there was something wrong because my right arm went numb, and i couldn’t turn my head left, or touch chin-to-chest, literally. It has been hard. The doc said that it will take several months of physical therapy, no lifting/cardio, nothing that will cause my head to bobble up or down (he almost wouldn’t allow me to drive!), and a 40% chance of surgery. It’s been a whole month now. I had lost 1/2 of my grip strength in my arm, and was only able to squeeze 45lbs worth of force. Being right handed, this was bad, because my left was able to do 90lbs. I’ve lost 10lbs and probably gained 3-4% body fat (which is devastating to me). I have been given the ok to do 5-10lb DB curls and tricep extensions, and i can do the recumbent bike. I feel miserable, lazy, and that I am "just another kid" again. I miss my old physique, lifting abilities, and being able to walk around without a shirt on not worrying about what others said about me. I could use a lot of motivation right now, and even some advise, if there is any, to keep the unwanted weight off during this whole ordeal.
March 22, 2008 at 6:35 pm
Hi Spencer
Sorry to hear about this injury. It sounds very serious. So count your blessings and remember what good things you have in your life.
Also ask yourself what you would say if someone came to you and asked you what to do in that situation. Remember you still have control over your diet, so continue to eat healthy, correction portions of food. Also remember you still have control over your attitude and you choose how to handle each situation you’re facing; this one is no different. Last pray for wisdom and healing — after all this is Easter weekend!