An Ironman’s recovery from an Achilles Tendon Rupture

I haven’t forgotten to post, I just wanted to wait until I had something to write about.

At this point in the recovery process the gains are very slim. I still go to physio once per week (the same protocol of hydrotherapy, deep massage of the area, ultrasound and laser). I measured my calves and the left one measures 1.5 cm smaller than my right. So still not all there. However, I wonder if they were even to begin with.

In Toronto today, the weather hit 15 degree Celsius, for us that is like a summer day considering we were in the minuses leading up to this day. So, taking advantage of the weather, I headed out on my first run outside since the ATR. It was only for 20 minutes but it felt awesome to be back out there. A refreshing change from the treadmill.

The weather is supposed to be warmish for at least a week so I hope to be out there more. Why didn’t I run outside before today? Purely for wussy reasons, I didn’t want to risk slipping on the snow or hidden ice.

The whole swimming, biking and running is going well, and I cant wait for the triathlon season to begin.

That is all for me.
Happy healing to all!

PS: Check out the documentary War Dance. You wont regret it.