Now We’re Talkin’!

I’ve had three sessions at my new PT location, Prime Physical Therapy and it was one of the best decisions I’ve made in this entire process.  Dr. Jon means business, and I mean that in a good way.  I had known that they understand CrossFit here, as many athletes I know go there and have had great results.  However, I did not know the extent of their knowledge until I got started.  They’ve been working with me on my movement and are helping me improve my range of motion. 

Dr. Jon has also done a couple of dry needling sessions with me.  I’ve never had that done before and it’s been a unique experience.  Those of you who have had that done before know what I’m talking about.  Those of you that haven’t, the best word I can use to describe it is “funky” but it’s helping to get the desired result.

Dr. Jon has had me doing a lot of squat work.  I’ve had that familiar feeling of my quads being fried just like after a workout.  I have to say it’s kind of nice to feel that again.  Although, I’m sure the novelty will wear off very quickly. 

In my first session he had me doing air squats while holding a plate in front of me.  In the second session he had me doing back squats (with a little bit of weight), single leg kettle bell deadlifts and wall balls.  I ran through the movements for 5 rounds  It was a workout!  The last session was an EMOM of cleans and front squats. 

I love that my recovery is centered around my goals to return to CrossFit and to run again.  I love that my physical therapy is largely CrossFit movements.  And I love that there’s a detailed focus on proper form.  Dr. Jon has helped me to improve issues with my form that have been there for years.  It motivates me and gives me confidence.  In short, I’m happy with how things are going right now.

Ah, but let’s not forget there’s another surgery less than two weeks away.  With the way things are going at the moment, I’m sure I will be back to my recovery quickly and will be able to slowly and properly work my way back up.

I’m optimistic that I can be back at CrossFit and working hard by the end of the year.  For now, the biggest job I have is remaining patient and trusting in the process.