Physically and mentally I'm stronger right now because an injury is not playing on my mind all the time.
I've had two or three injuries when with England and it's been a bit bizarre.
You have to be physical - that's the way it is in a midfield in the modern game.
People ask me why I keep getting injured but I have just had to accept it is one of those things that happen.
I'm enjoying myself this year and for once I'm not chasing my fitness.
I'm a footballer, that's my job and that's all I want to be known for.