What else do I need to say? I felt a little worn down last Monday morning but didn’t want to blow my swim workout. So I showed up at the pool with my workout in hand, but was ready to pull the plug if I felt ill or exhausted.

I felt fine in the water. I hammered out about 2,500 yards and headed back to the office. My body wouldn’t feel the effects of the illness until later that evening.

It has now been a week and a day since the swim. I feel like I’m getting better but have minor congestion. I’m afraid to start up again until I know I’m 100 percent or pretty darn close. This morning I told my wife that I was at 90-95 percent. By the afternoon I would say I am at 75 percent. So, I’ll rest until I know I’m good, which may be another week away.

So, a challenge presents itself. Can I keep things going after a set back like this? It’s easy to lose the enthusiasm and motivation after being wiped out for a week….or two.

You really appreciate health when it has been taken from you.

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