I’m sure we’ve all had one of those nights where you toss and turn, unable to sleep, your mind solving the problems of the world.
And with plenty of time to spare reviewing that bucket list that has been gathering dust…
I had one last night…
I tossed and turned in the early hours this morning, hindered by a plaster cast on my left leg, some minor discomfort in my right foot, and an aching neck, possibly brought about by not sleeping in the usual position I might normally.
I’m not one to create bucket lists to be honest, but my mind’s eye did turn to the climbing I have planned over the next few years, I could see those tall peaks in Nepal and Tibet with me making my way to the summits.
I think it even brought a smile to my face…
And of course my attention focused back to the here and now, the recovery I need to make from the recent surgery, the exercise program I need to undertake, which will include trail running and hill running; high intensity training on the rowing machine and out on the water on one of my racing kayaks, and I’m even contemplating Muay Thai boxing for specific conditioning.
Not to forget the technical mountaineering skills, getting back out into the Blue Mountains to hone those skills with the team from the Australian School of Mountaineering, especially self-rescue skills.
After all it is great until it goes all wrong, so best I have the skills to deal with that!
Even practicing something seemingly easy, but in reality is quite difficult, handling ropes and tying knots with large snow gloves on.
And for someone with a handful of thumbs, and even has trouble tying shoe-laces this is something I need to work on…
I’m sure I must have breezed in and of sleep, but as the first rays of light were piercing the eastern skyline that “crink” in my neck ruled out any more sleep for me. Mind you, normally I would be heading for The Shed at this time of the day to exercise…
I lay there, this time no thought of a bucket list, or climbing, or exercising, just my mind’s eye counting down the minutes to my chiropractic appointment with Greg, the owner of Sydney Spine and Sports Clinic in downtown Sydney.
I have had my body adjusted by the team at the clinic at least once every fortnight for years, and needless to say I am a great fan of this centuries old treatment…
And we usually get a couple of laughs in between the contorted positions I’m placed in.
Xplore 
I hope you have a fast recovery! I can imagine it’s difficult for you to just sit there! I love your shed by the way.
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Thanks, and yes, The Shed, the font of all knowledge…. 🙂
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That first photo, may be the only shot we ever see of you doing “nothing”. THAT cracked me up! I liked that you were imagining your upcoming training and climbing, and I think you could use that time to your advantage by imagining yourself being proficient and successful in your upcoming adventures. Good luck on your recovery!
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Ta, hard work doing nothing 😉
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Hope you make a speedy recovery.Love from the French crowd.
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Hi Margaret, all going very well thank you. Just a case of patience and time! And I trust all is well for you and family in France!
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However I am routing for you Baz !!!
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I’m well on the road to recovery, thanks for that… 😉
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I think in general there is a problem with Chiropractor’s . I have done it but don’t get it.
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Yes, it seems to be a profession that can polarise people!
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If it works for you thats all that matters!
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Why is it that we must solve the worlds problems while at rest? Why not while doing the dishes or brushing our teeth, when we need the distraction. When the mind gets quiet you just never know what will surface. Hope you sleep better soon 🙂
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All good thanks, quick neck adjustment and as good as gold, well apart from the feet 😉
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Went to one LONG ago, every time he would crack my neck I would yell, started scaring the people in the waiting room. Never hurt when I showed up but always did when I left. After a few visits never went back. I know others that swear by them, so hell if it works and lets you sleep, go more often!
great pictures pal!
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Thanks, and funny thing about Chiro’s, some people swear by them, and others have had your experience! Cheers, Baz
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I love your attitude Baz and wow – what a shed 🙂
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Ta! And you must be getting excited about Nepal…! 🙂
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Excited, yes, but the word really doesn’t cover it – it’s a mixture of emotions after 10 months of planning and training. It’s got to the point where I just want to get on that plane 🙂
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Excited and a little nervous at the same time – after 10 months of planning and training it’s hard to believe there’s only 3 weeks to go.
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I’ve been following a number of climbers over there and it is all go at present…!
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Have never been to chiropractor. You go even if you don’t have any complaints?
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Yes, general alignment of the spine, especially given the weight lifting I do.
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