The best laid plans of mice and martial artists often go awry. I was training last night and during one of my many sparring sessions, I took a MEAN blow to the knee, which was mostly my fault, unfortunately.
I did manage to carry on till the end of the session, to such a standard that I didn't lose another fight, even if I was on one leg. But it has put a real kybosh on my training regime. Even walking is an absolute chore right now. There isn't any bruising to speak of, but the area has swollen up quite noticeably. It's the top of my knee, away from the bone and more on the muscle. Still doesn't stop it from f**king hurting!
So now my nutrition and training programme has done an about face and I have had to reevaluate my goals. Obviously my heart and mind has been set on the fight in a months time, and it still is, except the road has changed.
For the rest of today, I'll be keeping my knee elevated and iced. Well, I say ice, I really mean Deep Freeze Spray. I bought some a couple weeks ago for just such an occasion, and it works surprisingly well I have found. It's been at least an hour, and it still feels a little cold.
Along with the freezing spray, my best friend Solpadeine Migraine has been making an appearance. Every injury I have suffered so far, these little miracles have kept me going. Today is no different.
Tomorrow, on the other hand, will be a different story. Out with the Deep Freeze, in with the Deep Heat. I wanna make sure I flood the area with blood and take as many nutrients as I can, especially Vitamin C and Protein. This is a wound, and needs healing.
When the pain has subsided to a certain amount, I'll restart swimming to put the muscle into use again and by this time next week, I should be back on form and training for the fight.
Watch this space....
The Empire Cinema in London, location of the Premiere.
Lisa Cannon of Xposé Ireland.
Ukrainian actress Branka Katic.
Johnny Depp, and the wall of Paparazzi.
Leading actress, Marion Cotillard, in her incredible red dress.
Marion Cotillard, again posing for the photographers.
Despite the amazing dress Marion is wearing, it does appear to be clashing with the carpet. Sorry love.
GMTVs Jenni Falconer.
New Moon (upcoming sequal to Twilight) actor Jamie Campbell Bower, who is to play Volturi leader Caius, being interviewed on the Red Carpet.
Sugababe, Amelle Berrabah.
English actor Stephen Graham, who plays Baby Face Nelson in the new Public Enemies film.
Director, Michael Mann.
