Last Sunday reminded me just how quickly things can change.

I headed out for a 15km trail run with my GSP, chasing the usual sense of freedom that comes with the open trail. About 7km in, the ground had other plans. Loose rocks beneath my feet sent me slipping, and before I knew it, I was down—hard. I bounced on my butt a few times, legs scraped and bleeding, pain setting in almost instantly.

But I’m stubborn. I don’t quit easily. So I got up and kept going, finishing the run—slower than usual, but determined as ever.

A few hours later, my body started telling a different story. Nausea crept in. A pounding headache followed. My hand began to shake more than usual. A year ago, I was diagnosed with a Functional Tremor, and I’ve learned to live with it—but this felt different. By the next day, I was completely drained—fatigued, foggy, unable to think clearly or even drive.

It felt like my body had hit a wall I couldn’t push through.

After a visit to my GP and a Voltaren injection that barely touched the surface, I knew something wasn’t right.

My neurologist confirmed it: a mild concussion.

This past week forced me to stop. To rest. To listen.

And today, I took my first step back—a slow, light session at the gym. Nothing intense, just movement. But it felt incredible. Because for me, exercise isn’t just physical—it’s mental, emotional. It’s part of how I stay grounded.

A little insight for those who may not know: A Functional Tremor is a type of neurological condition where the body experiences involuntary shaking, but not due to structural damage in the brain. It falls under Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), meaning the nervous system isn’t functioning correctly, even though scans often appear normal.

The tremor can come and go, and is often influenced by stress, fatigue, or physical strain. It’s very real, sometimes unpredictable, and can be incredibly frustrating—but it is manageable with the right support and awareness.

This experience was a reminder I didn’t ask for, but probably needed:

Listen to your body.
Rest when it asks.
You only get one.