4½ years ago I had a slip-fall accident on ice and severely injured my right hamstring muscles. A sports medicine doctor (also a orthopedic surgeon) told me that I will never get the strength back in the injured muscles. Since day one I’ve been determined to prove them wrong with my daily workouts that go far beyond the easy workouts that the physical therapy techs gave me. I’ve made great progress but can’t quite get both left and right hamstring at a balanced strength. As of now my injured hamstring muscles are about 5% weaker than my uninjured hamstring muscles. I have be careful not to exercise too aggressively due to secondary injuries. Just this slight off balance can become a big problem when I try to force the issue.
I’ve tried to find a personal trainer to help me with my quest but so far no one is up for the challenge. Meanwhile my dream is still alive. I will never give up. I believe, believe, believe that I will reach my goal. However, I will work at this for the rest of my life no matter how much success I achieve.