Knead to Know: Your Knee's Guide to Recovery

-

Ireland asked me: "I teared a muscle on my knee. Is it possible my leg can go back to normal cause it is so sore as I squat down or even walk the stairs?"

Hey Ireland!

First things first, sending you a virtual ice pack and a truckload of sympathy for that cranky knee of yours!

Nobody signed up for the "Ouch, my knee!" club willingly.¹ But hey, let's talk damage control!

Your knee's got a roadmap of its own now, and it's screaming for some TLC!

Now, let's talk about the R&R prescription – REST and REPEAT.

Give that knee a vacation from being your body's MVP for a bit!¹

If walking down the stairs feels like navigating a rocky mountain path and squatting down is a mini-drama, your knee's waving the red flag of

"Chill, buddy!"¹

So, Netflix, chill, and let that knee have its spa day.

Icing on the cake – literally!

Slap some ice on that knee; it's like giving it a frosty high-five!¹² But don't overdo it. 15 to 30 minutes of icing is your knee's sweet spot.

Think of it as a mini ice party for your knee – short, sweet, and oh-so-cooling!¹²

Time to wrap things up, and I don't mean the end of your knee. Get yourself an elastic bandage or a brace – superhero style!

Wrap that knee up like a gift you're sending to your future self.¹ It's like giving your knee a gentle hug, saying,

"Hey, we got this, fam!"¹

Compression is the secret handshake your knee needs right now.

And last but not least, the VIP treatment – ELEVATION!

Pop that leg up and let your knee bask in its moment of glory.¹

Think of it as your knee getting its own throne, because, let's face it, your knee deserves to be treated like royalty.¹

It's like the red carpet event for your knee – paparazzi not included!

But real talk, friend – my advice is a pinch of salt compared to what the pros can offer.

If your knee's still throwing a tantrum, get yourself to a healthcare superhero pronto!¹

They're the Avengers of the medical world, ready to tackle knee villains and bring balance to your joint universe.

Actress Mariska Hargitay suffered two separate injuries in 2021, including a torn ligament in her knees. But she bounced back.

Mariska on Instagram: "#ThatFeelingWhen, you go to the doctor, get an MRI and find out that you have a broken knee, a hairline fracture in your ankle, and a torn ligament. It’s always a good idea to go to the doctor. Immediately. #ListenToYourBody #TrustTheExperts #StayStrong #InOtherKneeNews #BustingPerpsWithBustedKnees #BraceYourself #NotTheBeesKnees #TheQueenBeesKnees Great news is I don’t need surgery🙏🏻 💃🏻 #YouShouldSeeTheOtherGuy😜 thanks for all the love folks! Just so you know this did NoT happen at work!"
247K likes, 10K comments - therealmariskahargitay on May 19, 2021: "#ThatFeelingWhen, you go to the doctor, get an MRI and find out that you have a broken knee, a ha..."
https://www.instagram.com/p/CPEAWYJHqcc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Now, for a little wisdom drop – ever heard the saying "Patience is a virtue"? It's like telling your knee,

"Hang in there, buddy! We're on the road to recovery."¹

Galatians 6:9 drops some truth bombs –

"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."

Keep the faith, Ireland!

Hope this helps. If it does, please UPVOTE, COMMENT, & SHARE.

May you be blessed with the power of David and the wisdom of Solomon.

Faithfully yours,

Strength Training with Gary

https://www.fit40strong.com

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular Posts

EXERCISE: Gym - 6 Tips to Motivate Yourself and Stick to Your Routine

-
Image
EXERCISE: Gym - 6 Tips to Motivate Yourself and Stick to Your Routine Are you finding it hard to kick-start your exercise routine and drag yourself to the gym? Trust me, you're not alone in this battle!  After numerous teases on my fat belly , from: My dad, "There's treasure in there!", My gym instructor, "That's a 'beer belly'!", And most of all, my wife, "Your back is more appealing than your front!" I'm motivated! If you're in my shoes, aren't you? So, how did I do it? Well, it wasn't easy, but I found a few tried-and-true methods that helped me kick-start my exercise routine and stick with it. Here are my top tips: 1. Set SMART goals: http://fit40strong.com What do you want to achieve with your fitness journey ? Do you want to lose weight , build muscle , or improve your overall fitness ? Once you know your goals, make sure they are SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. For example...
Read more

EXERCISE: The Best Type of Exercise for Weight Loss is the One You'll Actually Do

-
Image
"What is the best type of exercise for weight loss?" Hi friend, The best type of exercise for weight loss - to put it very plainly - is the  ONE THAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY DO . If you don't enjoy exercise, you're  LESS LIKELY  to stick with it. So, it's important to find an exercise that you find  FUN AND CHALLENGING . Here are a few tips for choosing the best type of exercise for weight loss: Choose an exercise that you  ENJOY . If you don't enjoy exercise, you're  LESS LIKELY  to stick with it. Choose an exercise that is  CHALLENGING . You should be working up a sweat and breathing hard, but you should still be able to  TALK IN COMPLETE SENTENCES . Choose an exercise that is  SAFE . If you have any health concerns, be sure to  TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR  before starting a new exercise program. Here are a few examples of exercises that are effective for weight loss: WALKING RUNNING BIKING SWIMMING DANCING HIKING YOGA PILATES STRENGTH TRAIN...
Read more

EXERCISE: Gym Workouts Oct.12, 2023 - Landmine Rows and Wide Grip Lat Pulldowns

-
Image
EXERCISE: Gym Workouts Oct.12, 2023 - Landmine Rows & Wide Grip Pulldowns Hi friends, How are you doing? Doing ok? How's the weather?  Trust you're doing well. And if not, hang in there. The storm will pass. As the word of encouragement goes: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, Nor shall the flame scorch you. (Isaiah 43:2) Today  Dax Fitness   got us doing landmine rows and wide-grip lat pulldowns. Landmine is quite a catchy name, don't you think so.  Landmine One-arm row When I first came across landmine workouts , I thought they were explosive devices.  I mean who can blame me for assuming that? In a forum, people were asking genuine questions about landmine exercises, but many people were not familiar with them.  Some of the answers in the forum are quite hilarious, such as: Q: What are the best landmine exerc...
Read more