Fitness-Diva

06/01/2026

Just an update. I’m almost 4 months post op from full ACL reconstruction. My hamstring was used as the graph.

I have to say I get super frustrated because I am not able to do all the things that I love. 💕
I’m still not going on big walks. So forget about hikes, gardening, tennis or pickleball….
However- I CAN ride my bike outdoors for 30 minutes on a flat stretch. Any takers want to join me? lol. 😆
I am having to learn how to go up and down stairs normally which is very difficult right now.

I am “ close” to doing a single leg press on the machine without any added weight! 🤦‍♀️

But I watch these videos to remind myself.

9 to 12 months to get back to the things I love to do …. It just takes longer than a typical surgery to heal. But without the surgery, I wouldn’t have healed, and I’d be waiting for a knee replacement instead.

So.
Focusing on the things I CAN do! Working on strength, but won’t overdo it and cause setbacks.

So deep breaths……. 🧘 “patience” 😑

Thanks for the love and support through this ! 💕

05/31/2026

Protein burger buns! A huge hit today. Easy to freeze, thaw, reheat in an air fryer! Delicious! 😋

05/15/2026

Yay! 😁 Spin class went well. Modifying myself but still energizing!
Just what I needed! Back doing what I love 💕
Thank you ladies and gentlemen.

Just got this text from one of the ladies….

See you next Friday! 🤗

05/14/2026

Excited to teach a SPIN class again tomorrow morning!
I’m not 💯 , I’ll be modifying, but I’ve got the approval from my Surgeon!
Can’t wait to get back in the saddle and groove to the music with you all!
9 am Friday! Tomorrow! 🤗💕🤩

05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Plus landing on Taco 🌮 Tuesday!? 🤗 🇲🇽

Here’s some great recipes to keep it healthy, quick and simple.
Chicken/ shrimp/ fish…. Lots of veggies, helps increase lean protein and lighten it up! Taco salad…. All good! 😊 celebrate !🎉

But- off to the gym first! 💪 🦵 🚲

Juicy chicken tacos made with a simple lime garlic marinade and your favorite toppings. This easy recipe comes together in about 30 minutes.

05/01/2026

Happy May 1st!

I wanted to start this month on a happier note! So what did I do? I went to the OS YMCA of course!
So wonderful to see so many gym friends! I miss the community / gym love!💕

Managed 30 minutes on the bike and a bit of flexion exercises, followed my strength training!

Thank you to ALL that warmed my heart with a greeting and hug today! 🤗💕😘

04/28/2026

40 minutes cycling every single day!
20 minutes core and chest strength ( did legs and glutes yesterday)

35 grams of protein , 322 calories.
Happy lady!

Never missing a workout day since my physiotherapist threw me out of her nest 2 weeks ago.

She told me I know what to do….just do it. So I certainly haven’t missed a day! I take working out as a PRIORITY and PRIVILEGE since my ACL ski injury/ reconstruction. Missed it so much.

Hoping to be back teaching SPIN soon! 🤗💕🙏🏻

04/28/2026

Good morning!

I just had to share the proper use of the leg press machine as I see so many people locking out their knees at full extension.
This is only putting you at risk for joint issues . ( something I take very seriously 😉)
It’s time under tension using muscle contraction, not your joints that will give you the best results without injury.

I found this perfect example from Girl Gym and had to share!

Stay safe and strong my friends!