tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post8738842898274236031..comments2024-03-26T18:32:50.307-05:00Comments on Taking the Long Way Home: I'm BrokenWendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-55717556225970867512021-07-14T06:31:17.483-05:002021-07-14T06:31:17.483-05:00Once the pain subsides, I do plan on going back to...Once the pain subsides, I do plan on going back to work with my strength coach. I definitely don't want to develop another injury!Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-2971295544618290832021-07-14T06:30:02.096-05:002021-07-14T06:30:02.096-05:00I so appreciate your perspective. Right now, my bi...I so appreciate your perspective. Right now, my biggest fear is losing my fitness. I'm hoping to get back to some semblance of a workout soon.Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-5212447259256785232021-07-13T21:21:50.784-05:002021-07-13T21:21:50.784-05:00I'm sure you know this, but when I broke my an...I'm sure you know this, but when I broke my ankle I was young and dumb and when the cast came off I didn't realize how much weaker my affected leg had gotten. I should have done single leg exercises but I didn't, and I'm fairly sure my leg stayed weaker which led to my torn ACL a couple years later.Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09669046315971951442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-11233729868759553152021-07-13T16:55:02.983-05:002021-07-13T16:55:02.983-05:00I'm so sorry this happened to you, Wendy! I wi...I'm so sorry this happened to you, Wendy! I wish you a speedy recovery. It's never as we plan, things have a way of doing what they want and we just have to sometimes accept and roll with them. You'll come back stronger, I'm sure! <br /><br />If it makes you feel any better, I am having all kinds of aches and pains after just some meager running, so you are quite inspiring with all your mileage and strength training. What you'd call scaling a workout down is in fact more than most people are able to do 😊. <br /><br /> Running With Fireflieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13500956199161522538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-75917706035378204592021-07-13T16:54:18.049-05:002021-07-13T16:54:18.049-05:00I'm very grateful I only broke the fibula and ...I'm very grateful I only broke the fibula and my foot, and not the tibia, but it has been way more than I bargained for. I didn't need surgery, so I think that makes my recovery a little shorter than yours. I'm not going to start any weight lifting yet either because I am still having a good amount of pain in my leg and like you, don't want to compensate and cause more issues.Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-66198502230917392302021-07-12T19:20:43.537-05:002021-07-12T19:20:43.537-05:00You know I am just heartbroken for you. I got quea...You know I am just heartbroken for you. I got queasy reading your description of the accident. I hate that these little accidents are just so devastating. I remember the pain well (and the sound). Honestly, I didn't do a ton of cross training, until after I got my boot (which was several week). The crutches were a huge workout, and then I just went on Pinterest, and looked for upper body workouts, which I combined with PT. I stuck with lighter weights, because I didn't want to start compensating since I didn't have full weight-bearing.Runs With Pugshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03171128110788554302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-3913574377870827642021-07-12T11:58:37.258-05:002021-07-12T11:58:37.258-05:00likewise. So glad being running bookworms connecte...likewise. So glad being running bookworms connected us. <br />Hugs my friend. TravellingCarihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18191515720716670681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-5791452594860728112021-07-12T11:50:53.466-05:002021-07-12T11:50:53.466-05:00I'm feeling the vibes and boy do I need them!I'm feeling the vibes and boy do I need them! Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-38814334577896677822021-07-12T11:20:47.160-05:002021-07-12T11:20:47.160-05:00Well Son Of A Biscuit - That So Sucks - Let Me Pro...Well Son Of A Biscuit - That So Sucks - Let Me Process Before I Type Away On A Rant - After All, Its Not About Me - But Damn I Am Bummed For Ya Right Now - What Next, No AC With A Heat Wave Coming - Oh Wait, Thats Already In The Mix - Enjoy The Doggie Time And Keep A Positive Head On Your Shoulders - Time HAS BEEN Flying After All - Sending Healing Vibes Your Way - Big Hugs Love<br /><br />Cheers The Padrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07488266642564760406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-36054164975882005532021-07-12T11:01:39.009-05:002021-07-12T11:01:39.009-05:00Oh my goodness, thank you for this comment! I'...Oh my goodness, thank you for this comment! I've just been itching for a run or at least some trail time this morning--and no, I'm not going, lol. I can't walk much less drive, so there's that. Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-11565322387621052192021-07-12T10:59:49.860-05:002021-07-12T10:59:49.860-05:00Thank you! I'm 'fortunate' that this h...Thank you! I'm 'fortunate' that this happened when it did because after this week, I had 2 weeks of vacation scheduled. Not exactly what I had hoped for but it works out as the least disruptive plan, as far as work goes.Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-35724492679254059792021-07-12T09:03:21.599-05:002021-07-12T09:03:21.599-05:00Oh Wendy, this just sucks; I am so sorry that this...Oh Wendy, this just sucks; I am so sorry that this accident has happened. Such a hard one! I really relate to your quote about "check your ego at the door." and working out with limits as I age. I was just saying that to my son-in-law on Saturday during a run together. It is a hard reality but if I want to keep working out I must respect and listen to where I am now, rather where I was. You have been a wonderful role model for me on many levels. I have learned a lot from your journey. I know this is a bitter pill to swallow. Grieve and allow that mourning. But you know from your history that you will adapt and adjust and continue to thrive. And we will all be cheering you on. Hugs to you as you heal. Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03297556347195188864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-87204653761467232082021-07-12T08:07:00.572-05:002021-07-12T08:07:00.572-05:00I’m so sorry this happened! I think it’s really sw...I’m so sorry this happened! I think it’s really sweet the construction manager offered to bring you McDs even if it’s not your thing. I hope your recovery goes well. Courtenayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07878882500026678616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-32460363414118846492021-07-12T06:29:50.505-05:002021-07-12T06:29:50.505-05:00I'm already thinking about what I CAN do this ...I'm already thinking about what I CAN do this week. I won't lie-- I'm pretty sad about losing some of my fitness and having to start over again with both running and strength training. Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-81069576514344310212021-07-12T06:27:34.634-05:002021-07-12T06:27:34.634-05:00Thank you so much for your beautiful words and kin...Thank you so much for your beautiful words and kindness. I still can't believe this happened but yeah, I'll get through it. Going to cry now...lolWendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-83862807503702581862021-07-12T06:21:44.871-05:002021-07-12T06:21:44.871-05:00I needed to read these words this morning as I wok...I needed to read these words this morning as I woke up craving a run. Grateful for that community and for you. XOXOWendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-7861860243268195032021-07-12T05:27:11.885-05:002021-07-12T05:27:11.885-05:00I was so bummed when I saw your post on IG about t...I was so bummed when I saw your post on IG about the injury :( So nice of your neighbor to lend you the scooter. It seems like it will make getting around much easier for the next few weeks. <br /><br />Sammy Jo is such a great friend/coach. I love that she stopped by with goodies and to chat. I think that your plan moving forward is definitely a good one - you can scale down the activities and still get in a great strength workout. KookyRunnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03687318401455266836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-44875484107643661562021-07-12T03:15:32.569-05:002021-07-12T03:15:32.569-05:00I saw your IG post about the fall and initially th...I saw your IG post about the fall and initially thought it was one of those things where icing and ibuprofen would do the trick. So when I saw your next post I was shocked and felt so upset for you. But one thing that comes to mind is that saying that to survive we must adapt. And you did that beautifully with running - to keep running, you adapted things so this would still be possible. And look what you've managed the last few years with that. And the same concept will go for cross-fit. You've been there and done that as you say. And your word for the year is still strong. Your strong is just being tested in a different way with this new situation. But cry whenever you need to - because this just sucks. Sending you lots of love and hugs.The Gaborone Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15951125773361296619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-66547159458346410712021-07-11T20:53:13.471-05:002021-07-11T20:53:13.471-05:00You poor thing. What an awesome community you have...You poor thing. What an awesome community you have around you - from the construction engineer to Sammy Jo and beyond. <br />I know you'll come back stronger and can't wait to watch you kick ass. *HUGS*TravellingCarihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18191515720716670681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-38868017930397065102021-07-11T18:42:20.239-05:002021-07-11T18:42:20.239-05:00Thank you! Taking all and any hugs!Thank you! Taking all and any hugs!Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-37951800852976812772021-07-11T15:36:19.781-05:002021-07-11T15:36:19.781-05:00I saw your post on Facebook and again I am so sorr...I saw your post on Facebook and again I am so sorry about your fall. Hopefully soon you will heal and can be doing Sammy Jo's workouts again. Sending you lots of hugs!!Zenaida Arroyohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18137949290555784656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-87813578948792210532021-07-11T15:33:31.532-05:002021-07-11T15:33:31.532-05:00Thanks, Judy.Thanks, Judy.Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-3907603965645123162021-07-11T15:33:15.293-05:002021-07-11T15:33:15.293-05:00I've been having those thoughts as well--first...I've been having those thoughts as well--first the wrist, then this? Hopefully it's just a streak of bad luck. It is a reminder tho that I need to be more mindful about what I'm doing. Wendy at Taking the Long Way Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09934786207724059919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-33389681033783260622021-07-11T14:46:53.255-05:002021-07-11T14:46:53.255-05:00I’m so sorry this happened to you Wendy. I don’t t...I’m so sorry this happened to you Wendy. I don’t think it’s the universe talking to you, it was an accident. And obviously accidents happen. I’m also glad you spent some time thinking about it. Introspection isn’t a bad thing. Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14096124660145481881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2647157930116406632.post-46881532893696753712021-07-11T14:05:45.903-05:002021-07-11T14:05:45.903-05:00Again my friend, I'm so sorry. My heart hurts ...Again my friend, I'm so sorry. My heart hurts for you as I know too well how much your workouts mean to you. I always tend to think about what the "learning" is when things like this happen or what the universe is trying to tell me. When Greg tore is triceps I thought long and hard about the risks of my own heavy lifting. I'm sending you all my positive, speedy healing vibes. xoxoTeamarciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03843904545493985865noreply@blogger.com