#aclcomeback

[shoulderkneesurgeon]

When to go for ACL Tear surgery सर्जरी कब करवानी चाहिए ? #acl #aclrehab #aclsurgery #acltearsurvivor #aclcomeback #aclfootball #footballrajasthan #rajasthanfootball #bcci #fauji #army @my_knee_story @acl_recovery_club @theaclclub @2nd_acl_journey https://www.instagram.com/p/CVPeDbIhAY4/?utm_medium=tumblr

[entermycreaseanddie]

Utterly bollocks'ed... #hockey training has hit me hard! #love being on the #ice and helped out my old team but I've clearly not got my #endurance back just yet. #pucklife #puck #videowhynot #goalie #goalieunion #goalielife #sheffieldicetigers #redbull #newera #hashtagfordays #aclrecovery #aclcomeback

[oferruzola-blog]

Courtesy of @crossfitkettlebell @maoricrossfit Training for Monday: 50 Unbroken Back Squats at 75% of your Body Weight Notes from Coach – We have a special Rule placed in for todays workout. Your Squats are to be performed Unbroken. If you fail your set at any time or are unable to complete your Squat consult the following key before moving on. 49-40 Squats = 200 Meter Row Penalty 39-30 Squats = 300 Meter Row Penalty 29-20 Squats = 400 Meter Row Penalty 19-10 Squats = 500 Meter Row Penalty Your entire work piece is for time from when you start your squats to when you finish your Couplet. Now if you hit a penalty you must finish that Row FIRST before you move onto the 5 Round piece and that is also included in your Time. If you cannot even squat the weight 9 times it is obviously to Heavy for you and you should lower it. #SlangIron #CrossFitKettlebell #CrossFit #kettlebelltraining #aclcommunity #aclcomeback #crossfitlife #squats #skwatss @squat_university #squatbible #ThePitt

[etiennecarter55]

Ouverture du score...premier match de poule à la coupe des États-Unis U17!!!! What a comeback Mon fils @max_leguen #soproudofyou LET'S GO TSA!!! #usnationals #colorado #SOCCERISLIFE #soccer #soccerfan #soccertraining #fitness #foot #aclrecovery #aclcomeback #hardworkpaysoff💪 @twinstarsacademy #football (at Aurora Sports Park)

[mysocalledttclife]

Holy crap, y’all. These bands literally kicked my ass today in my booth 🍑🍑workout!! Proof these bad boys are working ➡️➡️ I’m down 1.5 inches on my booty in TWO WEEKS of this program! Pretty sure it’s working. 👊🏻💪🏻 . . . . #bootygoals🍑 #bootygains🍑 #fitmommas #fitmommyof2 #fitmumma #legdaydone #obsessedmom #pcosweightlossjourney #pcossucks #aclreconstruction #stronglikemom #aclinjury #aclcomeback (at Charlotte, North Carolina)

[yogibabybworld-blog]

MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS

There are many amazing benefits to meditation: lower blood pressure, decreased levels of stress, anxiety and depression, and better regulation of our emotions. 

New studies show that consistent meditation can change the re-wiring of our brain. Research shows changes in the hippocampus, the part of the brain associated with memory and thought. Studies also show how meditation affects our brain with how we react to both people we view as similar to us, as well as our empathy for those that are different. 

Additionally, meditation affects the lateral prefrontal cortex, the area of the brain that handles logic assessment and rational decision making. Changes in this area can cause us not to take things as personally. Meditation affects our insula, helping us to determine if a sensation is dangerous or not. Finally, our response to fear changes as regular meditation can cause the amygdala to shrink. So many amazing reasons to start meditating! 

It’s incredibly easy during stressful situations to stray from our happy, calm and balanced centre. The more stressed and emotional we get, the more our ego wants us to believe that is who we are. Don’t listen to that voice for the real you is peaceful, happy and calm. It is life’s situations and the uncontrolled mind reacting to these events that creates habitual mental negative thought patterns. 

When you see a newborn baby sleeping, you see such innocence, peace, contentment and love. We all start there but then life gets crazy and we aren’t conscious about all the experiences and thoughts that are being thrown on our blank slate. Through meditation you can begin the journey of undoing the negative mental conditioning and return back to your true state; a state where you can fully enjoy life to it’s greatest potential and live a life of true love, creativity and joy. One must always remember, however, that patience is key. Think about how many years your unconscious self was unaware of the thoughts in your mind. We are very patient creating complex negative habits but we aren’t so patient when we want to change them. Consistent steady hard work is the key. Don’t give up and don’t be hard on yourself.

Lack of exercise and yoga made me feel absolutely stir crazy during my recovery. In my normal routine, exercise is what really helps me with my self-esteem. Since exercise isn’t an option right after surgery, meditation is the perfect tool to help keep the mind in check and to keep you positive. A calm and positive mindset is the optimal attitude to have during recovery. The body has enough to deal with so the mind sending off stress signals isn’t going to be to your benefit. 

Meditation for beginners can be tough. We live in a society that is constantly on the go and always connected. Below are some tips to help you get your mind to unwind, and aid in getting you started on your meditation practice. 

1. Remove expectations 

Too often people go into their first meditation session with these grand expectations that straight away they aren’t going to have any thoughts. Do yourself a favour and remove these expectations because unless you’re a natural guru it just isn’t going to happen. We spend much of our entire lives consistently thinking!  No habit is that easily broken after one attempt. Remove these expectations so that you don’t get frustrated with yourself, creating yet another thought in your mind!

2. Start small 

If you’re really serious about beginning a consistent meditation regime, start in small increments. 30 minutes of stillness can sound overwhelming if it’s your first time. Start with 5 minutes and gradually build up. It isn’t so much about the quantity but the quality. 

3. Mala

Invest in a mala. A mala has 108 beads for you to repeat a mantra or to keep you focused on your breath. I often have days where my mind tries to interrupt my counting with thoughts such as “this is boring” or “how much longer do I have to do this?” Those are the days that I realize I need to be even more patient as my monkey mind is out of control. 

4. Make meditation part of your routine

Find a daily time that works for you to sit in a quiet space and focus on your breathing. Setting aside a specific time to heal your mind and body will make you more likely to actually meditate. 

5. Don’t view it as a chore

Since meditation is hard, people often come to view it as a chore instead of something fun that is good for your health. Try changing your mindset and think of your practice in terms of your body needing a good charge. We spend so much time thinking about our worries and fears that our poor bodies, which are continuously working so hard, are getting no love. You can return to your worries and fears at any point, but allow all your cells to get a good boost of light, love and fresh oxygen. 

6. Meditation apps

As a beginner it might be useful to have the aid of a meditation app. One of my personal favourites is headspace. Your guide Andy will lead you through a 10 minute practice that will strengthen the mind-body connection. There are a multitude of meditation apps out there so spend time trying different ones until you find the perfect fit. 

7. Meditate outside

If possible, find a quiet space outside in nature where you can meditate. In Ayurveda it said that one of the biggest sources of human suffering is our disharmony with nature. Feel the wind of the trees and the sun on your skin (protect your scar, of course). Meditating outside can be very powerful to return us back to our roots and to provide grounding when we are feeling anxious or fearful. 

Below is a song that I love to meditate to. When I listen to it, I imagine I’m in the magical mountains of Sedona, Arizona. I envision this shimmering gold light entering through my body and radiating every cell of my being.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AteL-6Ma-xc

I hope you enjoy! Happy meditation! Namaste. xoxo

Sources: 

Ireland, Tom. "What Does Mindfulness Meditation Do to Your Brain?" Scientific American Blog Network. N.p., 12 June 2014. Web. 12 Aug. 2016.

Gladding, Rebecca, M.D. "This Is Your Brain on Meditation." Psychology Today. N.p., 22 May 2013. Web. 12 Aug. 2016.

[izthwizkid]

It's been 4 months and 12 days since my ACL reconstruction and super excited to have found out today that I have already been completely cleared to play football again! #aclcomeback #aclclub #unstoppable #needtostartworkingoutagain

[melohhhh]

Couldn't resist #aclrecovery #aclcomeback #aclrecoveryclub (at Oregon Country Fairgrounds)

[annaraeoflight]

Finally feel like I'm getting my rugby bod back. Five months until I'm cleared to compete again... I'm counting down the days! #aclcomeback #gainz #squatsquatsquat #rugbylife (at Anytime Fitness Paris)

[tofinallybethebest]

Yo progress, I see you over there

Almost to the cutting twisting and sudden stopping in my return to running program. 

[visitingroscoe]

First snow beard of the season! #lovewinter #lovesnow #lovinlife #aclcomeback #dogsofinstagram #labradorretriever #labsofinstagram #labstagram #labradorable #labretriever (at Beebe Woods)

[vaultermagazine]

#Repost @stephen_sousa with @repostapp ・・・ Today is exactly 8 months after my #acl reconstruction and the first time I've vaulted without my brace. Still on the short approach (5 step) on a 14' 190 lbs. pole with the bungee at 16' 6". My form still isn't perfect but it's better than it's ever been. Can't wait to really see where I'm at on Saturday at the alumni meet. #polevault #polevault #aclcomeback #nike #trackandfield @vaultermagazine @vaulternation

[entermycreaseanddie]

Just did this again :) 3rd week back training and did a full hour session with mostly no problems at all... Still fatigue, but about 85% flexibility returned in specific #goalie movements. Nothing but positive feelings to be back on the ice 1month a head of schedule... Even after a hard Ass #physio session yesterday all movement felt relatively natural and strong. I'm still gonna leave it till the new season before registering to get my first game in nearly 2 years. #aclrebuild #aclrecovery #aclcomeback #goalielife #goalieunion #hockey #puck

[oferruzola-blog]

Courtesy of @crossfitkettlebell @maoricrossfit Training for Monday: 50 Unbroken Back Squats at 75% of your Body Weight Notes from Coach – We have a special Rule placed in for todays workout. Your Squats are to be performed Unbroken. If you fail your set at any time or are unable to complete your Squat consult the following key before moving on. 49-40 Squats = 200 Meter Row Penalty 39-30 Squats = 300 Meter Row Penalty 29-20 Squats = 400 Meter Row Penalty 19-10 Squats = 500 Meter Row Penalty Your entire work piece is for time from when you start your squats to when you finish your Couplet. Now if you hit a penalty you must finish that Row FIRST before you move onto the 5 Round piece and that is also included in your Time. If you cannot even squat the weight 9 times it is obviously to Heavy for you and you should lower it. #SlangIron #CrossFitKettlebell #CrossFit #kettlebelltraining #aclcomeback #aclcommunity #squats #skwatss @squat_university #squatbible #ThePitt

[aestheticxstacy]

[yogibabybworld-blog]

No pain no gain. The #aclcomeback becomes a mental challenge to push through the pain. A mental challenge that teaches you how strong you are, how nothing can shake your core. Through the hard work we RISE and come back stronger and filled with more gratitude. Knee recovery teaches you the mentality for life. Put in the persistent hard work, stay determined and don't give up through the good and bad times. Life will test you but the tests become opportunities to realize the magnitude of the inner flame burning within. I will conquer you ROM!!👊👊👊👊👊👊👊👊 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 #katyperry #rise