My mother always tells me that I should quit playing competitive team sports. This past Sunday, it was proven to me yet again that she’s right. oh and btw, Happy Birthday mom.
I have fractured a rib playing beach volleyball. It was just pure good ol example of “trying too hard”. I dove for the ball that was going to land 3 meters in front of me and ouch. But no worries, I’ll be alright. I spent yesterday working from home, well my bed to be honest and I feel better now.
The only thing I’m a bit worried about is my race coming up at the end of next week. I felt super ready prior to the injury and was ready to put in a personal best, this changes the whole game. Today I went back on the bike and rode for 45 minutes and didn’t feel too much pain. Tomorrow’s swim will be the real test. Wish me luck 
One Response to If you’re not in pain, You ain’t movin!
Scott Goodfellow
Replied on: July 13, 2011, 12:39 pm
Hey Farhang,
I know how this happens and it cost me a start in IMLP a few years ago. Signed up, did all the training and fractured my leg playing hockey 6 weeks before the race!!! When I decided to sign up for IMMT this year, I decided to put all other sports on hold for a year. Just to prevent getting injured. Get well soon!
Scott