First physical therapy appointment!

I went in for my first physical therapy appointment yesterday.  I have never been to a PT so I had no idea what to expect.  My therapist, Kim, measured all kinds of angles and whatnot to determine how well my joints were bending and where my issues might be.  I was informed that my hamstrings, quads, and feet are very tight and that I pronate too much when I run.  I already knew my hamstrings and quads are tight, I am one of the least flexible females you will meet. I cannot touch my toes without cheating and if I tried to do the splits, this is about the best I can do (but my head wouldn't get that close to the ground with my back that flat):

I had no idea about my feet being "tight", although it makes sense from since I have been cramming my feet in climbing shoes that are too small for years.  So now I have been given exercises to work on to stretch my IT band, strengthen my hips and other muscles that will help with the pronation issue.  I also have to work on my foot tightness using "foot yoga."

In case it is not obvious, those are not my feet.  I have tried so hard to make my big toe lift without lifting the rest of my toes and I absolutely cannot do it.  So not only are my feet tight, they are also not very coordinated.

So my goal is to work on these exercises every day, even on my upcoming trip to Europe (which I will be posting about).  I am very exciting about this trip which includes Italy with Nick (the husband) and my aunt and uncle, Paris with my aunt, uncle, and cousin Amanda, and Belgium with my awesome friend Amy.  It is going to be a great trip!  I will make sure to take photos of the great things I see when I am out sightseeing and running.

I want to thank all my great coworkers, friends, and family that have been so generous in donating to Team PAWS on my behalf.  Because of you I have raised $850 in only 4 days!  Only $400 more until I meet the minimum fundraising amount!  If I get to $3000 I can be part of the 9 lives club, which would make me happy.  If you are interested in donating her is my Team PAWS page.