Author Archives: lili@bamboostrong.org

One year ago today, I was getting back surgery and my life was about to be turned upside down before being changed for the best! It was a long road to recovery but my sacrifices were well worth it. Now … Continue reading →

Switching the pool for the tub today! It feels great to be done with physical therapy and really be working out but I’ve been pushing pretty hard this past week and I think that I need a day off of … Continue reading →

I am doing something new; I just started yoga again tonight at “Yoga Yoga!” I’m very excited since I always loved yoga and hadn’t been able to do it in years because of my back. I could have never done … Continue reading →

I got it! Today’s Pilates session with Heather felt very different than on Tuesday; I’m such in a better place. It’s as if today all the dots got connected. I have a better understanding of what I’m doing and I … Continue reading →

I’m feeling stock and frustrated! Today I left my Pilates class with the sensation that I was walking like a duck. I would have thought that standing on my feet is the most natural thing I could do without thinking … Continue reading →

I always said that I wish I could breathe under water and I’m feeling like a fish again! Sunday swims are becoming easier and more natural. I’m flowing through the water and concentrating on my technique. Instead of worrying if … Continue reading →

 I’m back in the kitchen! One of the most difficult things for me to do after my back surgery was to cook. It was very frustrating because I really enjoy cooking, especially that Larry loves it all: everything is his … Continue reading →

Success ahead! I may not be 100% better just yet but I’m good enough to put job searching back at the top of my priority list and go get it. As my physical therapist use to say; everyone hurts a … Continue reading →

Amazing what our internal voice can do to us; fear can hold us back! I’ve improved tremendously for the past 3 months and I may have gotten comfortable in concentrating on my physical rehabilitation but simultaneously I have also regain … Continue reading →

After 2 weeks of Pilates, 4 more classes, I’m getting familiar with this new concept and it feels great. This is a whole new experience and strangely enough, I’m learning to breathe correctly and to be aware of my body. … Continue reading →