What to do when you can't do!

So I had a surgery 3 weeks ago and not being able to workout is totally driving me bonkers. I thought I would enjoy this time to just heal and recuperate but I am as antsy as ever. Fortunately I have been able to go to the gym and walk the treadmill but it is really such a tease. I want to feel the burn! 3 more weeks before I get the all clear to go hard again. It's gonna be like I'm training for the Olympics! I can't wait! So what can you do when exercising is restricted? Well the best thing of course would be to follow doctors orders. I was told walking would be good for me so that is what I have been doing. But I can't do any heavy lifting so I have been lifting 2 pound dumbbells which feels like nothing but it actually does help keep you tone in downtime. Make sure you know your limits and if you feel pain or distress in any way stop! When I first started walking again I could barely do 30 minutes and boy was I was sore but I am gaining some stamina I'm up to an hour and I have quickened my pace, still cautious not to over do it. Also when you can't do much physical activity keep your mind busy. Meditate and ponder. The worse thing you could do is get bored and start eating mindlessly. Be sure to be especially cautious of portions and your food intake. Especially if your workouts are restricted because you don't want to add any extra weight. Spring is next Saturday! You know what that means, time to put away the bulky sweaters and the true signs of what you have been doing all winter will be reflected in the short sleeve and thinner clothing! Are you ready?