As I previously described, my rehabilitation process has been far from linear. It has been marked by ups and downs, small victories, and periods of doubt. Recently, I found myself again in a situation where my body began to react negatively – and I feared a major setback.
I began to wonder if my previous stress reaction had healed properly, and the uncertainty about what was happening started to occupy more and more mental space.
To gain clarity and avoid letting worries run wild, I decided, in collaboration with a doctor from Team Denmark, to have a scan done. It was meant to give me a more objective picture of the situation – and hopefully peace of mind.
Turning Point
Fortunately, the scan showed that the injury had healed very well, and there were no signs of a new injury or actual setback.
The report became a mental turning point. Not just because it was good news, but because from that moment I could let go of the fear and instead focus on solutions and the next steps.
It's interesting how clearly it became to me how strong the connection between body and mind is: When the thoughts found peace, the body almost immediately began to feel better – both physically and in training.
Reaction and Adaptation
With a clearer starting point in hand, I began to analyze what could be causing the symptoms and tensions I had experienced.
In collaboration with Team Denmark's doctor, I concluded that cycling – especially the hard and intensive sessions – had likely been too much of a strain on the thighs. It became clear to me that this was where I needed to change my approach.
We therefore chose to cut out cycling entirely and replace it with aquajogging and outdoor running. Additionally, I intensified the treatment of my thighs with peace of mind and relieved the tensions that had bothered me for a long time.
At the same time, I took a step back in the training plan and changed my focus. I reduced both volume and intensity, and instead returned to a simpler approach: Just run. Without pushing. Without chasing form or times. And this approach has proven to work really well.
The quick and clear progress, both physically and mentally, was a strong reminder that in some situations "less is more" – especially when the body has been under pressure. Daring to let go temporarily and allowing oneself to recover and rebuild is currently a necessary investment in the long run.
My process is still ongoing, and I'm not at the finish line yet or back to normal training volume. But for the first time in a while, it feels like the body is strong, stable, and there is light at the end of the tunnel. There is peace in the thoughts again and direction in the training – and with that comes joy and positive thoughts.
It will be fine and the summer goals are realistic.
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