TDF Magazine Vol. 2 | Page 16

Left: Terri Before, Middle Top: The journey begins, Middle Bottom: Seeing progress, Right: Terri now! I started weight lifting 3 times a week and my husband coached me through it. In November 2013, I became injured. However, I was stubborn and refused to seek medical attention. By the end of December 2013, I was in constant pain. I was diagnosed with elbow tendonitis. There are three ways to help alleviate the pain associated with this condition; Take oral steroids, see an orthopedic doctor or attend physical therapy. I chose the latter. After 8 weeks of excruciating physical therapy, my arm was about 80% recovered. However, mentally I fell into a depression. I felt sorry for myself and lost sight of my goal for a bit. I cried, screamed, and kicked things but none of that helped. When Suzan started her Train Dirty Fitness