How did Bob use the Stages-of-Change process to keep going when injured?
Contemplation: I thought of all the reasons why I just wanted to give upthrow in the towel. I listened to my sad, angry, fearful and frustrated emotions. I then thought of all the reasons why I would benefit from doing the exercises. I talked myself into beginning and congratulated myself for having the courage to begin! Preparation: I visited the health resource center and the Internet and got information on arthritison what it isand how I can manage it. I made copies of the exercises to have around the house. I got my yoga mat and belt and the strap-on leg weights and put them in the living room for easy access. I made a date with myself for exercise and put it on the calendarthe days and times. I called up the instructor and put-on-hold my Friday yoga classsince it was too intense for me right now. All of these steps helped me actually DO the exercises. Action: I first tried the exercises with the physical therapist. When I got home I did them the best I couldas the pain would allow
