been for a walk

valval
valval Member Posts: 14,911
edited 9. Feb 2011, 05:24 in Living with Arthritis archive
yes i can hear you saying so what i go every day and i know it not that special but can not remember last time went for a walk just for the sake of a walk i normally go some where to docs hospital into town ect but today woke up stiff and aching lol (nothing new there ) and thought i fancy a walk so took my self off 8.30 (on a sunday what was i thinking of) and went around local pond saw a rabbit as soon as i arrived then so many swans ducks and other types of birds was lovely so enjoyed was struggleing by time on way back home but did enjoy it must remember to make time more often wonder if i will what do you think?????
think hearing hips are ok helped was always scared of making them worse as you do val
val

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  • caterina57
    caterina57 Member Posts: 1,424
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good Morning Val, I am pleased that you enjoyed your walk this morning, It might have been even nicer if the sun was out!
    I used to work in worksop - spent 10 very happy years there - I trust that your local pond is not the lake at Clumber Park!!

    Cath
  • traluvie
    traluvie Member Posts: 2,579
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Morning Val..

    Certainly was an early walk.. did you have to get up extra early before venturing out???
    Glad you enjoyed it.. i live not far from the lake, it's lovely when i can get round it myself lol..
    What was the weather like out there this morning??? still as windy??
    I am still in bed lol...xxx
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  • stickywicket
    stickywicket Member Posts: 27,763
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good for you, Valval! A bit of fresh air always lifts my spirits. I try not to get carried away and do too much but I love getting out to a bit of greenery whatever the weather.
    If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.
    Steven Wright
  • valval
    valval Member Posts: 14,911
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    hi it sandhill lake used to be godferies pond in middle of town a few dog walkers were out the done decent job of doing it up lol and can get across the canal now if fancy going bit further but did not risk it just in case it not to bad quite mild and not raining as yet not sure that will last lol
    val
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 29,784
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Val

    I 100% agree with you - I loev going for gentle walks with my husband if the weather permits.


    Does you good in so many ways doesn't it? the fresh are and the mental relaxation too.

    Keep it up now you know you wont be harming your hips.

    Love

    Toni xx
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good for you valval, it's a good thing to do 'cos we should keep moving. I am bracing myself for a wander round our town centre. DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • jillyb1
    jillyb1 Member Posts: 1,725
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Have to agree with you , Val , I love to get a bit of fresh air too ; sea air in my case . We live at the top of a hill so into car , drive down to Brighton sea front and a quick push along the prom ( wheelchair for me ) . Just looking at the waves always seems to blow away all the days little stresses and strains ! Jillyb
  • valval
    valval Member Posts: 14,911
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    jillyb1 wrote:
    Have to agree with you , Val , I love to get a bit of fresh air too ; sea air in my case . We live at the top of a hill so into car , drive down to Brighton sea front and a quick push along the prom ( wheelchair for me ) . Just looking at the waves always seems to blow away all the days little stresses and strains ! Jillyb
    love brighton sea front not been for years walking along sea front my fav but to many miles away from here walking in the surf (abroad where it warmer) heaven
    val
  • barbara12
    barbara12 Member Posts: 21,281
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Val
    There is nothing better then a good walk, I have always loved to walk, I think this is one of the things making up my mind to have my hips done, we live on a road that leads to some country side....and I can see people going past on there walks.
    I cant wait to join them. :smile:
    You keep it up
    Barbara x
    Love
    Barbara
  • Starburst
    Starburst Member Posts: 2,546
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Going for a walk can be lovely. Roll on the Spring weather! It's so good for you and releases endorphins. It's good for the mind as well as the body. :) Keep it gentle and short, don't overdo it but enjoy. x
  • julie47
    julie47 Member Posts: 6,041
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Val
    good for you getting out there, I am so glad you enjoyed yourself.
    OH and I go most sundays as the weather gets better, walking through woods (well scooter for me) and round reservoirs and small lakes. It does do you the world of good, all the fresh air and scenery seems to take away all daily strains. (sleep like a baby when we get back)
    Hope you keep it up.
    juliepf x
  • speedalong
    speedalong Member Posts: 3,315
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good for you Val. You are right it is good to make the effort. Not nearly as cold once you get warmed up walking. Just need to get the fine balance right between walking far enough but not over doing it. Walking somewhere scenic/around wildlife an added bonus.

    Speedy
    I have had OA since mid twenties. It affects my hips and knees. I had a THR on the left aged 30 and now have a resurface-replacement on the right - done May 2010.
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Val,

    Good for you and hope there was no pay back? its sounds lovely there and come spring come what may i going to drag this useless hulk to my friend the Mine! take a bit of doing but....

    Was yours a spur of the mo thing or did you plan it? Hey haven't bumped into you too much lately so a ((((( ))))) cris xx
  • valval
    valval Member Posts: 14,911
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    skezier wrote:
    Hi Val,

    Good for you and hope there was no pay back? its sounds lovely there and come spring come what may i going to drag this useless hulk to my friend the Mine! take a bit of doing but....

    Was yours a spur of the mo thing or did you plan it? Hey haven't bumped into you too much lately so a ((((( ))))) cris xx


    not been on as much lol.
    spur of the moment we r so lucky here but you tend to over look what on your door step and it was such a mild day had to make the most of it been very windy here today not nice at all
    val
  • tillytop
    tillytop Member Posts: 3,460
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hello Valval, glad you enjoyed your walk!

    I was very down over the past couple of weeks and decided to make a determined effort to go out for a walk and some fresh air every day, whether I felt like it or not. I have done so most days and it really does make me feel better mentally, particularly if the sun is shining as it is here today. Glad you enjoyed it so much!

    Love Tilly xxx
  • valval
    valval Member Posts: 14,911
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    yes getting out does help off out for coffee today but do walk into town and back but it bit miserable today trying to rain lol
    val
  • seamonkey
    seamonkey Member Posts: 323
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi valval
    going out for a walk is something i miss, but reading your post has inspired me to give it a go now that things have eased off a bit for me. It pouring down here and ive got 6 kids home so not today i think. I will aim for a gentle walk along the top of a lovely beach at the weekend with my 4 and partner. That way should be plenty on hand to drag me to car if necessary! :lol: Brightened up today just thinking about it. Look forward to a dry, non windy bright day at the weekend,
    All the best
    seamonkey
  • tillytop
    tillytop Member Posts: 3,460
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    It's not so nice here either today, although not raining (yet). But I shall still try to get out for my walk later. Would be easier if there was a cuppa and a piece of choccy cake at the end of it though! Enjoy your coffee out today Val - and your planned weekend walk by the sea sounds wonderful seamonkey :grin: .

    Love Tilly xxx
  • bobbyger
    bobbyger Member Posts: 155
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    That must be what I miss most, I love going for walks with my 2 dogs (A german pointer who is 13 and going senile and a Jack Russell cross who thinks he's a rottweiler).
    Still manage to get out with them twice a day albeit 10 minutes round the block in the morning and again in the evening.
    Can't wait to fully recover from my op and get out on nice long walks with them again.

    Take care all

    Rob
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