I've had a lot of experience at this. :) I know everyone is different, but this what keeps me mostly sane.
1. Get organized. Use the downtime to go through old race tees and toss ones that you no longer wear - donate the rest or send them off to become a t-shirt quilt. Take inventory of your exercise gear and organize it so when you're back, you won't have to go hunting for stuff.
2. Read. Training plans, forums, books, anything that will keep your mind on getting back out there. Even better if you connect with people who went through a similar injury, so you can commiserate/get advice.
3. Create a plan. When you get the OK from the doctor to resume normal activity, what are you going to do? What's your ramp up schedule? How and when will you fit in your PT, if that's to be included? Sometimes I go as far as to make up my first month back plan, day by day.
4. Volunteer. Races are always looking for people to help out on race-day, and it's a great way to give back to the events you normally participate in.
5. Stay positive. This one is self-explanatory!
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