Emotional Rollercoaster

So, a few weeks ago I fell down my parent's steps. I didn't think I hurt myself because I just ended up with a  massive bruise on my behind and some slight discomfort in my lower back. That went away, but for the past couple of weeks I have had a lot of pain in my right foot. In between my second and third toe and the outside edge of my foot have been extremely sore. I tried propping it up, only using the exercise bike instead of the elliptical or treadmill, soaking it in Epsom salts and not wearing heels. None of it seemed to be making much difference so I went to the Dr's today. He x-rayed it and tested it out and determined that I have a neuroma. I guess I pinched a nerve in there somewhere. This means that for 3 weeks I can't do any "pounding" on my foot. This means, no treadmill or elliptical and I have to be careful what shoes I'm wearing. IT seems like I am constantly taking one step forward and two steps back! Literally, exactly one year ago, I injured my left ankle from falling when I was running. I truly love running, but I'm frustrated that when I'm trying to make it happen, I then have to stay away from it! I tried swimming last year and I kept it up for a while, but I just need a change! I need to feel like I can do aerobic exercise and feel good about it without hurting myself further. I had to reschedule my personal training appt. the other night due to the gym closing early because of the weather...so, tonight I am meeting with her and I'm hoping she can help me out with all of this.

I used to feel so in control of my workouts and so confident. I guess that's partly where my motivation is faltering. I just don't know what exactly to do with myself. When I ran track in high school...and even working out on my own or with friends in college, I knew what would work and what I could do. I feel so clueless now. I am just hoping to get some good workout tips from Alexa tonight and hoping to find a renewed sense of confidence and motivation. What do you do when you have setbacks? How do you handle an injury when your workouts are thrown off?

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  1. HopeMarch 8, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    When all else fails try taking control of what you are eating. I have found that it is the main source of my weight gain in the past, especially now that I am in my 30's. Good luck and don't give up! It's better to feel good then the size of the dress.

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    1. Overthinking ItMarch 21, 2013 at 4:51 PM

      Thanks Hope! I completely agree with you that feeling better is the major goal! I would love to be a size 8 again, but I'm not worried about that as much as feeling more confident and healthy! Thanks for the tip and the encouragement.

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