Irony

So the day after I had two of the strongest and most fun training swims in the past year, including a new personal best by almost 30 seconds in a 300, I find out it is likely my shoulder has a rotator cuff injury - that could lead to a full blown tear.

For the next two weeks I'll be taking prescription dose Aleve and Voltaren topical anti-inflammatory medication, plus adding a few specialized shoulder exercises to my daily routine. The goal is to reduce inflammation, while increasing strength and flexibility. We are going to hold-off on a cortisone shot until closer to IMUSA, in case the current course of treatment is not sufficient.

No butterfly or sets over 2000 for now either. But I can still swim.

The funny thing is that my shoulder doesn't seem to hurt THAT bad. Matter of fact, it was actually feeling a little better lately.

Yep, the goal will be to just finish IMUSA - but I am grateful to be able to participate. I've had a few friends who have dropped out of - or are worried about dropping out of - the race due to injuries way more challenging than mine.