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Title: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: joe skipp on July 17, 2013, 01:23:00 PM
This heat is brutal but I need to get out and do some yard work. Two hours later, tired, drenched in sweat, decided to continue drawing back my 55# Longbow.

Doc sez I should be fine by late Sept...not good enough for me. Hit the shop and fired off 10 arrows with absolutely no pain. Life is shaping up for this coming fall....

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Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: longbowray on July 17, 2013, 01:24:00 PM
That's great !!
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Post by: awbowman on July 17, 2013, 01:25:00 PM
I wouldn't push it, those doctors know more than we credit them for sometimes.  My Buddy will have to go through ANOTHER operation soon because he started pushing his knee too early.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: Sean B on July 17, 2013, 01:32:00 PM
Good luck!, heal up quick!!
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: Roadkill on July 17, 2013, 01:32:00 PM
just slow down and you will be better, do not rush it
You just posted so we would drool over your shop, bowrack and racks and such.  Now slow down, turbo, and at least try to follow doc's orders.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: b.glass on July 17, 2013, 02:12:00 PM
I thought this was going to be a thread about "getting closer" to game! With pics no less!

Really though, glad you're feeling better but like others have said. Slow down, take it easy, be careful!
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: Mike Gerardi on July 17, 2013, 02:25:00 PM
Good for you Joe. But, as stated above I would not push it.
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Post by: ron w on July 17, 2013, 02:29:00 PM
Good for you Joe....don't get to cocky.......Take your time and work at it slow! You don't want to do this twice!!
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: Al Dente on July 17, 2013, 05:13:00 PM
Great to hear Joe.  Congrats on your recovery.
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Post by: Cyclic-Rivers on July 17, 2013, 05:16:00 PM
Good luck Joe.
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Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on July 17, 2013, 05:54:00 PM
Alright! good to hear that things are moving right along!  :clapper:    :clapper:
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: 2Blade on July 17, 2013, 06:06:00 PM
Take it easy Joe dont wanna rush yourself and blow your fall!  :D   Glad to see your shooting though no man should have to sit deer season out   :wavey:
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: woodchucker on July 17, 2013, 07:09:00 PM
Looking GOOD, Skipper!!!!!
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Post by: Mike Vines on July 17, 2013, 07:14:00 PM
:thumbsup:
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Post by: Wannabe1 on July 17, 2013, 07:23:00 PM
I can't add anymore than whats already been said so, good luck, stay safe and shoot straight!   :thumbsup:
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Post by: skychief on July 17, 2013, 07:43:00 PM
Good deal Joe.   Like others above, I wouldn't hurry things.

A knee operation and therapy taught me that!

Hope you keep improving, Skychief.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: John Krause on July 17, 2013, 07:58:00 PM
Go get 'em Joe! Slow but sure. Killed a little buck 9 1/2 weeks after quadruple bypass. You' ll get there, I'm sure of it. You are one of the real ones......best of luck
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: njloco on July 17, 2013, 10:00:00 PM
Nice form Joe, but I wouldn't rush it either, when your resting and sitting around, take the magnets off the fridge and put them on the area, that will help heal it faster, and fresh pineapple is good for the scar.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: RC on July 18, 2013, 09:18:00 AM
Take your time Joe. Glad your on the mend.RC
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Post by: southpawshooter on July 18, 2013, 09:51:00 AM
Looking good Joe, you'll be fine for the season.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: Zradix on July 18, 2013, 10:33:00 AM
Glad you're doing better.
I think there's some good advice posted here.

Did have to do a double take on your pic.
..lol..thought you were trying to shoot a "robined" arrow..lol
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: TGbow on July 18, 2013, 11:10:00 AM
Glad you're healing up   :)
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Post by: iohkus on July 18, 2013, 11:58:00 AM
ALL GOOD ADVICE!   :readit:    :saywhat:
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Post by: Steve Jr on July 18, 2013, 12:59:00 PM
Take it slow you don't want to be nurcing it for opening day.
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Post by: Knawbone on July 18, 2013, 06:25:00 PM
That's great news Joe
 Just remember the damage to connective tissue,ect isn't often immediate, go slow and get yourself some DR. Wallack's gluco gel!
Feed your body what it needs to repair it self is the best advice I can offer. May you restore 100%
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: monsterbuck on July 18, 2013, 07:14:00 PM
That's great. Glad you're recuperating well. God bless.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: joe skipp on July 18, 2013, 07:50:00 PM
Appreciate all the comments. I do take it easy but I push myself. I know when to stop when performing certain exercises and know when to add a few more reps.

I limit myself to 2x a week pulling the bow and shooting it. Shooting lefty is no problem at all but I know my limit right now is 10 arrows right handed. Being athletic my entire life it's hard to accept I'll be 61 next month. My body reminds me on a daily basis.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: Aggie1993 on July 19, 2013, 10:34:00 AM
Good to hear Joe! I love the grip on your Kempf Trophy Hunter too.
Title: Re: Getting Closer....pics
Post by: Sharpster on July 19, 2013, 11:30:00 AM
61 next month??? Then who is that handsome young lad in your avatar?   :dunno:  

Seriously, glad to hear you're improving but dang it Joe... be careful! I'm sure you must have a 45 lb bow?

Ron