A rather unfortunate incident happened to me last March. We were still getting late sunsets and so we decided to make the most of it one late weekend afternoon when the kids and I played badminton. Everything was going just fine, when about 20 minutes into game, I lunged to try to catch the shuttlecock. I stretched forward with my dominant left foot, with my right leg stretched behind me. Then I felt a sharp, painful jab on my right calf muscle. I thought something hit it, or I might have it myself with the racquet.
The doctor said it was a torn ligament, and it will take around 6 weeks to heal. I think it took me the better of two months to recuperate.
As I limped around during those times, I remembered how, prior to this injury, I've always thought of myself as being rather fit physically. I mean, not like muscular fit, but I can manage long walks and carry heavy stuff around. This torn ligament has brought me back to the reality that I'm not getting any younger. I still can't believe that a simple lunge can take me out.
And they said getting into sports is great for you. Ha.
I have since recovered, though I still wear a compression band occasionally. But I'm not taking any chances with strenuous sports. :-)
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