Wellness

[LilacTree]

It's very pretty here.  Lots of walk paths and bicycle paths, lots of trees and greenery, and there's a pool area.  My prior apartment was behind the police station and just a driveway in front which was all downhill/uphill.  It is a pretty building, but just not a place conducive to outside activity.

Thanks for your compliment about my avatar, SR.  I figured it is so small it wouldn't be offensive. 

I'm so glad you're still here!! 

[cowboy sam]

I walk 5 days a week unless it's poring down rain.

Tt's also a great stress reliever.

Plus helps with other health issues.

[dobiesrule]

Good for you!  CONGRATULATIONS!!!  I'm sure this was not easy.  You are to be commended. 

[violann]

I never knew how much I missed walking while I was morbidly obese.
When I started being able to walk reasonable distances again, I felt like a kid who'd just been let out on a playground.
Best wishes for your continuing enjoyment and success!

[Snicks1]

@LilacTree

I have RA and osteoporisis also, along with a bulging disc, so I totally understand what you are dealing with. Last summer I walked 3 miles daily, this year I can't do it, can't even walk a mile. I am continuing to make the attempt and hope I can get it back. Good luck to you and CONGRATULATIONS, GOOD JOB!

[cowboy sam]

I haven't been able to walk outside for close to 2weeks because of rain and high humidity.

I make sure that i get up every 15-20 minutes and walk around in my house to be active.

I do walk outside for maybe 10 minutes and go back inside.If not and i stay out longer i get light headed.

Can't wait for all this weather is gone and i can walk further again.

[BriggsiePeawiggle]

I have terrible arthritis in my hips and just found out after several different doctors thought it was my low back. I have problems there, but nothing like the crippling stuff going on in my hips. I am in physical therapy now, and I can tell it's going to help. I also have a rollator that I got from QVC, which I love. I think I will start taking walks with it and see how far I can go. It makes life so much easier. Thanks for the inspiration!!

Briggsie

[hckynutjohn]

Hi Lilac Tree,

I am very happy for you. You did what you could and that is what counts when comes to feeling good about yourself. Setting a goal is a positive for everyone wishing to achieve improving both their physical and mental well being.

Bravo to you for setting a goal for yourself, I have found during my, oh so numerous recoveries, having a goal was paramount to me, pertaining to working to achieve my realistic and reachable goals.

My best wishes to you,

[Bookbabe]

Congratulations   I hope you have inspired me to start walking.  I keep saying every morning I need to walk but have not done it yet.

You go gal!!!