Tomorrow is my last day in the gym. It's hard to believe that the six weeks are up already. I am excited to finish the program and return to my normal life, but I'm wondering if I'm ready. I feel like it's graduation day and they're sending me into the real world for the first time. I have focused on exercise for six weeks. I haven't done much in the way of socializing or being in public. I feel so sheltered!
My physio has customized a home exercise program for me. I got the chance to review and practice it already. I have decided to do my work outs at home. There are pros and cons to the home gym vs. public gym. At home, I love how little effort it takes to get to the basement where we have our equipment, but I admit that I tend to take longer breaks because no one's counting! I should put a clock on the wall. I find at a weight room, there are other people watching so I tend to push myself more.
At home we have a treadmill, a bench and some free weights. We are also going to purchase a bosu ball (for my lunges and squats) and a roller (for my back exercises). It works out well because both my husband and I can use this equipment.
I will finish my IV meds tomorrow! I am looking forward to being free of the extra tube and bag with my pump. This has been my longest course of IVs to date- 2 and a half weeks (18 days).
Overall, I'm really happy with the program and my progress. I feel stronger and I can walk with less effort. I also feel like I have had a chance to work through more of my tx issues. I have seen the ICU and know exactly what to expect at the gym. I have met some wonderful people and heard their inspiring stories.
I can't believe there's only one more day to go!
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