fucking ribs, goddammit

Spoke too soon last week, on not being injured.  I seem to have costochondritis again.  This time, my sternum.  Much less debilitating overall, being further from my core.  No problems jogging, biking, or even most exercises, so I didn't realize I was injured, but a week later, attempting a single push-up still proves excruciating.

I remember the moment it happened, the sharp pain across my chest during grappling.  Didn't seem bad at the time, seemed fine within a few seconds, but I know, sudden sharp pains like that are a bad sign.  Nothing much to do but wait to see what I can't move, the next morning.

Striking has always been my forte, but I've become determined to get the hang of this ground game stuff.  I know I can overcome my deficiencies with enough practice, but don't think I should risk going to a single class this week.  Again.  This is so frustrating.

AUGUST 26, 2018

Ten days later, I can do five push-ups, but it's still painful.  Concerned I risk making it worse trying to do more. 

Fall semester starts soon.