The Wellness Edition

The ultimate 40-year-old reality check 😂

We were playing Manhunt, trying to relive the 90s for the kids. My competitive twin was right behind me, so I flew down that fireman pole as fast as I could to escape… and slammed straight into the ground.

At first I just gripped the pole thinking “owww, this intense spasm in my leg , I gripped the pole, I’ll be fine”… until I realised my knee was dislocated. The funniest twist? That very same morning I’d had my eyes tested, walked out with perfect 20/20 vision and thought “I’ve still got it!” 🤣 My body clearly had other plans.

After the initial injury, I did everything I could:
🔹 Repair from the INSIDE with Elavate Collagen
🔹 Fix from the OUTSIDE with physio, exercise and my bike

I was making great progress… but the ACL damage was too severe. 11 days ago I finally had my reconstruction surgery, so round 2 of recovery is officially underway!

And yes, the whole thing was caught on camera.

👇 If you tore your ACL in a silly, random or funny way, I need to hear it! Tell me your story below so I don’t feel alone 😂

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💪 ELAVATE COLLAGEN, MY DAILY HABIT, EVERY SINGLE DAY ☕️

After dislocating my knee & training hard to get strong before ACL surgery, my physio told me:
👉 “Collagen isn’t optional, it’s the building block of every joint, tendon & ligament in your body.”

This isn’t magic, it’s pure consistency, and it works for EVERYONE, not just injury recovery!

✅ STOPS sore knees, feet & joints after the gym, running or activity
✅ FIXES stiff joints first thing in the morning
✅ EASES arthritis aches, stiffness & general joint pain
✅ SPEEDS up workout recovery & injury rehab
✅ KEEPS joints strong, stable & healthy as you get older

Pure, high-quality collagen, no fillers, no rubbish, tasteless, or flavoured, mixes perfectly into coffee, water or anything you drink. So easy to make part of your daily routine, I’ve taken it every morning for months and I’ll never stop.

✨ PERFECT FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
• Gym goer / weightlifter with joint pain or post-workout soreness
• Runner or active person wanting pain-free movement
• Living with arthritis, stiff knees or achy joints
• Recovering from ANY injury or surgery
• Over 30 and want to keep moving freely & strong

What you’re watching here is me: cycling, getting my gym shoes on, lifting weights, training hard to get my body as strong as possible BEFORE my ACL surgery, after I dislocated my knee. I didn’t just wait around, I prepped everything to give myself the best recovery possible.

❄️ Cryo Cuff = absolute life saver
This is the one thing I couldn’t have done without. Cheap ice packs melt in 10 minutes, are messy and useless. This stays cold for 4–6 hours straight, has compression too, and took all the pain and swelling away instantly. It got me through every single training session, and now I use it every single day post-op while I work on bending my knee again. It’s honestly a game changer.

💪 Elevate Collagen = my daily consistent support
This isn’t magic, it’s just what your body needs, every single day. My physio told me collagen is the building block of tendons, ligaments and joints. Taking it consistently meant my joints stayed strong, I had way less stiffness, and I could train hard day after day without seizing up. Now post-op, it’s helping my knee repair properly too.

✨ Perfect for everyone, not just me!
Great for gym goers, runners, people with arthritis, or anyone with sore knees, feet or joints.

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Day 4 post ACL surgery 💪

Today’s non-negotiables:

🦵 Rehab exercises
🚶‍♀️ Gentle movement
❄️ Cryo cuff
✨ Daily scoop of collagen

Recovery is definitely not a straight line, but every day I’m focusing on doing the little things that will help me get back to full strength.

I’ll be sharing the highs, lows, rehab progress, and the products helping me along the way.

Have you had ACL surgery before? What’s the one thing that helped you most during recovery? Let me know below 👇

Everything I use is linked in my bio and comments.

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Day 4 post ACL surgery 💪

Today’s non-negotiables:

🦵 Rehab exercises
🚶‍♀️ Gentle movement
❄️ Cryo cuff
✨ Daily scoop of collagen

Recovery is definitely not a straight line, but every day I’m focusing on doing the little things that will help me get back to full strength.

I’ll be sharing the highs, lows, rehab progress, and the products helping me along the way.

Have you had ACL surgery before? What’s the one thing that helped you most during recovery? Let me know below 👇

Everything I use is linked in my bio and comments. Some links may earn me a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Things I Can’t Do Without 3 Days After ACL Surgery

I’m only 3 days post ACL reconstruction, but there are already a few things that have made a huge difference to my recovery.

First is my Cryo Cuff. The constant cold therapy has been so much better than repeatedly swapping ice packs. It’s helped with swelling, stiffness and keeping my knee comfortable throughout the day.

Second is my waterproof leg cover for showering. Such a simple product but an absolute lifesaver. Being able to shower without worrying about getting dressings wet has made me feel so much more human.

I’ve also been taking Elavate Collagen. Collagen plays an important role in supporting connective tissues, and I wanted to give my body the nutrients it needs while healing from surgery.

One thing I wasn’t prepared for was the impact of all the medication on my stomach. After my first full day of pain medication, I woke up with awful stomach burning. Since taking omeprazole, things have been much more comfortable for me.

Recovery isn’t just about the surgery itself. It’s about finding the little things that make each day easier while your body heals.

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