Inquisitive.me

Alright, get your machete ready. You’re going to need it.

The other day, I had a patient who was completely overwhelmed. That’s not uncommon. We live in a world where information comes at you in a heartbeat. And there’s a lot out there. How do you know what’s valuable and what’s not? You can’t. All you can do is compare it with what you already know and use logic to filter it.

The more knowledge you have, the more resources you have to filter information. But at some point, you have to make a decision, otherwise you end up like my patient — not knowing who to believe anymore.

One physiotherapist said, “Stop strength training.” Another said, “Absolutely don’t stop.” One doctor said, “No more running.” Another said, “You can after surgery.” So… who do you believe? Statement vs. statement. What do you do?

As with every decision, you pick one and make it work. There’s no right or wrong. You can’t win. You’ll never know if the other choice would’ve been better. Life isn’t a video game where you can save progress, try a million times, and reset whenever you want.

I had knee pain in my early 20s. I didn’t know what it was, and I didn’t know what to do. But I knew one thing: I wanted to keep skiing and climbing. Nothing was going to stop me. Not by ignoring the pain, not by forcing it through with brute strength — no. I made it work by using my brain and, most importantly, learning patience. And patience? That’s something I really had to learn.

As my uncle used to say: “Fast is always slow.” If you rush, you make mistakes and then have to fix them. In the end, slow and steady is faster.

I could have chosen not to ski again. But I didn’t. I made it work. I’m dealing with tendinitis right now. I could choose not to train for a marathon next year. But I’ll make it work — not by ignoring my body, but by understanding it. I want to keep running, climbing, and skiing well into my later years. That’s my goal.

Sure, I’ve found millions of programs online for tendinitis. I could try them all. But I don’t. I filter. I figure out what works for me and my body, ditch what doesn’t, and refine my plan. I document my progress, take notes, learn, and adjust. That’s recovery.

You might argue, “Well, that’s your job. Of course you know what to do — you help people recover from injuries every day.” Sure, but recovering from your own injury is way harder. We’re all a bit hypocritical — we tell others what to do, but don’t always follow the same advice ourselves. What I needed for my own recovery, I had to figure out and research myself. I didn’t learn this during my studies. Sure, I know the basics, but that’s about it.

It is as much overwhelming as it is for you, I can tell you. Constantly. But that’s the point. Recovery isn’t just moving; it’s understanding — understanding your exercises, your pain, your load management, your body’s reactions, and what you can realistically achieve. That’s learning.

If you want to recover properly, you have to be open to learning and listening to your body. You have to get your machete out and cut through the noise. Filter the information. Figure out what you and your body need. Otherwise, you’re just sailing through the sea, blindfolded, with no idea where to go.

The good news? You don’t have to figure it all out at once. You can start small, take action, and learn as you go. Let’s experiment and see what works for you.

🧪 Let’s Experiment

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Decisions and recovery aren’t about perfection
— they’re about action and learning.

There’s always noise — conflicting advice, endless programs, or “expert” opinions. The key is not to try everything, but to filter, experiment, and see what actually works for you. Every small decision is a step forward.

🎯 Try This:

• Pick one movement, exercise, or small habit you’ve been uncertain about.
• Document it. Take notes on how your body reacts and what feels manageable.
• Adjust based on what works — ditch what doesn’t, refine what does, but give it time. Don’t judge after one try. Give your body about two weeks to adjust before making a decision.
• Reflect at the end of the week: What helped you feel stronger, more confident, or more in control?
• Repeat the process, one step at a time. You’re building understanding and momentum — not chasing perfection.

🧠 Final Thought:

Recovery isn’t about following every piece of advice you find. It’s about cutting through the noise, listening to your body, and learning from each step. Start small, trust the process, and make your decisions work for you.

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Keep it simple, stay curious, and keep learning—you’ve got this.

Take care,

Carina 🦊