First, the MRI came up mostly clean which is partially good but partially annoying because now we are almost back to square one. There is one disc that is slightly protruding and possibly irritating the nerve... but he didn't seem really convinced that it was the source of all of my symptoms since it was so slight. He suggested I try 4-6 weeks of physical therapy to see if it helps correct it at all and alleviate the symptoms and we will take it from there. If we rule that out I'm not sure what the next step is. Maybe checking my shoulder?
So the other thing that has come up was brought up to me at the gym yesterday. Apparently my gym is rounding up a "team" to do the Tough Mudder course in October. The trainer that is rallying the troops asked me if I wanted to run it with them. I checked it out and it actually seems like a lot of fun. He swore to me that it wouldn't be like running 10 miles (which scares the shit out of me!) because of all of the obstacles. I actually really want to do it but I'm concerned that I won't be able to do a bunch of the obstacles (and it's ok if you skip some, they just want you to do your best) because of the weakness in my shoulder. On the other hand, I'd have 5 months to train for it. I'm completely torn!
Check out this video if you want to know more about it:
My favorite part is the girl that said "I'm really mad that you talked me into this." LOL that's hilarious and probably exactly what I'll be saying if I do it.
What do you guys think? Is 5 months enough time to train for this so I don't die? Those electric wires looks like they SUCK!
OK I'll stop rambling. That's what is happening in my life. Food tomorrow, I promise. My boss is out of town so we are going to close up a bit early so I'm going to run to the gym for bonus cardio which is pretty awesome :)
Have a great night everyone!
OMG that looks so fun! Pleeeease do it? I wish I could!
ReplyDeleteSorry/glad to hear about your MRI. Good that there's nothing seriously wrong but frustrating all the same. That's how I felt when my celiac test came back negative- happy I didn't have it but frustrated because I had no answers. I'm still pulling for ya!
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Haha, I'm definitely like 95% convinced on doing it. I think doing it would be an incredible confidence boost for me which would make it so worth all of the inevitable pain lol.
DeleteThank you! I'm trying to keep an optimistic outlook and I'm hoping that the physical therapy will help :)
I agree, it looks like a ton of fun! I think you should go for it. Like you said, you can skip some parts if you don't feel up to it and you'd probably regret not taking the opportunity. I don't know about the wires, though.... ouch!
ReplyDeleteYou are right, I'd probably regret not doing it. I just need to get over doubting myself and being afraid I'd hold the team back. I think it would be good for me to do it...
DeleteThose wires look horrendous. Whoever thought of that is a sadist.
It's good the MRI showed nothing majorly wrong. Hopefully, physical therapy will be the answer. If not, medical marijuana for you! ;-)
ReplyDeleteThe Tough Mudder looks to be aptly named. That is one scary-ass race, but you seem like a real work-out warrior so I bet you'd enjoy it.
Thanks! Ha! That would be an interesting treatment but I'd rather stick to the physical therapy :)
DeleteIt is indeed a scary ass race. Running is terrifying to me. As is climbing and ridiculous live electrical wires. I'm cool with jumping and swimming. And I'm hoping in 5 months I'll be ok with climbing :) It looks like fun though!
I still think they should prescribe weekly neck and shoulder massages. Preferably by a strong man, with big hands. ;) I hope that the physical therapy works out all the kinks!
ReplyDeleteYou would definitely be one tough mudder if you signed up! It's totally up to you, and if they don't mind you skipping certain obstacles - that makes it less scary (no electric wires!). A few people I know have participated in mud obstacle events (Warrior Dash, Muddy Buddy), and they loved it.
I wish my boss was out of town! Have a great Wednesday!
Haha that would be a great prescription! Haha I like the way you think! A strong man with big hands would definitely be a bright side hahaha!
DeleteIt looks like so much fun! I just need to get over my self doubt. Doing this will probably knock that out super quick. I'm definitely seriously considering it. I'll probably decide within the next week. I was going to start with a Warrior Dash or mud run. Hmmm maybe I can find a smaller one before October to get acclimated to the whole obstacle/running thing.
Thanks, you too! You are so close!
So...is that good news or bad news? I'm not sure what to say about your MRI results. Of course, I'm glad there's not an obvious injury, but how are you supposed to fix something when you don't know what's wrong?
ReplyDeleteThis race looks like my worst nightmare. No amount of money would get me to do that. Call me a prissy wimp, but that's WAY too hardcore for me! You're a million times more bad ass than me, so I think you should totally do it. Isn't life better when you do the crazy things that excite you?
I don't know if it is good news or bad news. If the physical therapy works then I guess good news that it isn't worse? It could be bad news because if it doesn't work then something else is going on? I have a sneaking suspicion there may be something happening in my shoulder itself or my upper back. I guess time will tell.
DeleteHaha, is it weird that I think the obstacles are way less intimidating than running? Haha aww thanks, I think you are pretty bad ass though. I agree, it'll definitely make life a lot more interesting. I guess we'll have to see if it is better after though ha!
I'm scared of Tough Mudder! haha It's definitely the ultimate mud run. You could sign up for something else...maybe a 5k mud run in 2 months? Then you'll probably love it and be excited about Tough Mudder hehe Every time I do one, I end up signing up for another the very next day! 5 months is enough time to train since you are active and I'm sure that if you can handle MMA you can handle the obstacles :)
ReplyDeleteHaha I'm scared of it too but I figure that it will be an ultimate test! I was definitely thinking of doing a test run before the tough mudder just to get my mind in the game. It looks like such a great challenge and like it may be fun ;)
DeleteOh my gosh, my brother did Tough Mudder a month ago and dear heavens, I would cry. I bet I'd end up hiding under and obstacle with a book and a chocolate bar. Super impressed by anyone who'd even consider it!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry about the frustration of still not having a clear answer for your injuryness. I've had four "mystery illnesses/injuries" in my life, and by golly it's frustrating!
Hi Hannah! Haha I bet I'll probably end up crying at some point during the course but I guess I'll never know if I don't try!
DeleteThank you, it is definitely frustrating but I feel a little bit of relief that we are at least looking for a solution. Hopefully I'll get some relief soon!
Thanks for stopping in!
I'm very disappointed in the MRI results. I'm ready for some resolution to this shoulder situation. Anyway, the race looks fun. You should do it.
ReplyDeleteI know, I was hoping for more concrete answers but I guess we'll figure it out eventually. My shoulder has been flaring up a lot lately so that is probably my only hesitation with doing Tough Mudder. I guess I'll think about it a bit.
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