Exercising with crutches

UsernameisNick

Hello MFP community,

I'm looking for a few exercise ideas that I can do at home while I'm in crutches. I recently tore the ligaments in my foot in a jogging mishap (hit from behind by a biker) and I'm no longer able to do my normal cardio routines. I've been advised to not put any weight on my leg for 8-12 days at the minimum. (being reassessed every 2 weeks as I've torn the ligaments on multiple occasions)

Are there any exercises that would be possible without the need to purchase new equipment? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

DopeItUp

I would recommend couch-sits and channel-surfing. Maybe TV series marathons if you're really ambitious. You could try to set a new PR on some series catch-ups.

Chief_Rocka

Dips

TeaBea

Seated exercise.......


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kghhIuEczLs

SuperSexyDork

You should ask your doctor what exercises you are allowed to do, especially as this is a recurring issue.

I have a fractured foot and am forbidden from doing most exercise but am allowed to swim, so that may be a possibility. Definitely get it okayed by your doctor first though.

UsernameisNick

Thanks everyone, much appreciated.

daydreams_of_pretty

Just walking on the crutches can be exercise.