“ I have a question about the mental roadblocks when you are coming back from an injury. How can you handle the sensations you feel when you return to movement and the worry whether you made it worse; the patience to progress back slowly; and the fear that you won’t ever feel 100 percent again?”

In the seventh season of The Injured Athletes Club podcast, mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question every other week about the mental side of overcoming injuries. 

This week, in response to Amy’s uncertainty about her recovery, Coach Carrie outlines various common struggles athletes face concerning fears of aggravating injuries, the patience needed to slowly regain strength, and the uncertainty of returning to their optimal condition. 

She suggests practical solutions such as keeping a pain log with healthcare providers, making the recovery process the primary focus, and staying rooted in the present. Coach Carrie also emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal recovery instead of comparing progress with others. 

Resources/links:

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