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Post-injury frustration w/muscle mass and weight loss
I had two foot surgeries - one in October and one in December - during which I could not exercise at all and was in a walking boot for 4 weeks post surgery each. I actually lost weight during this time, but I KNOW it was all muscle because my calf muscles had the consistency of old women's arms - I could see atrophy. I…
Working out in a Walking Boot
I had bunion surgery about two weeks ago and obviously haven't been working out. The thing is I'm going to be in a walking boot for 4-5 more weeks, after which I have to have the same surgery on the other foot and will again be in a walking boot for six or so weeks. I think the only way I'm going to be able to work out is…