Ouch! I tore my calf muscle. Now how do I work out?
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jonigayle
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I was doing so well, working out almost every day. My calves were tight. When I hauled my garbage can up my steep driveway, (running), I hear a pop. Dr said the muscle is torn and may take some time to heal. What can I do in the meantime to not let all the fitness I developed to atrophy!
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Wow, that sucks. I have no idea what to tell you about using your legs, this is a question for your doctor, but you could still lift weights with your arms.0
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To get cardio in - throw punches. Not sure if you can get into a wide squat - then just start punching away. It will get your heart rate up in no time.0
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AWE! I'm really sorry!!!! That just sucksssssssss!!
I have no suggestions other than my sympathy.0 -
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Ice it as many times a day as you can, 20-30 minutes a pop. Gentle stretching (unless it is completely torn, but ti doens't sound that way). Bike, Swimming, Upper Body exercises (pushups would be great!). Continue working out the other leg if you can (single leg heel raises), there is scientific evidence of cross over strengthening, minimal, but if you work the uninvolved side, you will game SOME strength on the involved side, or at least decrease some chances of atrophy.
Most of all, don't push it, let it heal!!0 -
Thank you Summerblunden. I really appreciate you taking the time to help me. I'll do as you suggest.
Hang in there yourself. Our bodies are the only thing we own for our whole lives. I know you can reach your goal!0 -
Thank you everyone for your conern and support. I'll do what I can until I can do all I can!0
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Keep us posted. And don't let an injury keep you down. Make sure especially now you're tracking every calorie, you body needs them to heal. Good luck!!0
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