Today, at 4 weeks post-op, I hit a personal goal I set for myself that I thought I would fail miserably at 😊
I have until today managed to average around 4 to 5 miles total walking daily. A nice little step counter was my guide. In my head though, I wanted to do 10,000 steps per day.
And tonight when walking the dog, on a very nice and warm early summer evening, the dog decided she wanted to take a right turn where I until today used to turn around.
She felt like a long walk.
And, I felt brave. And guilty for not having had the possibility to do it with her for nearly a year. So, I put my chin up, started pacing steadily, every now and then stopping to let my muscles relax a little, and went the whole round.
I ended up with a day's score of 12,355 steps, setting my record at 6.5 miles for the day 😁
I'm tired, my legs are telling me I'm nuts, the dog is sleeping like a log and I'm happy as a bunny!
On to the next challenge! After I have rested something wicked hahahaha! 😃
Am +2 days of you. Hell, your efforts put my puny ones to shame and here was me, feeling so v smug.
Seriously, well done you!
Are you doing this without walking aids?
Have to add that this latest op is my 3rd on this hip and was actually quite intensive. However, am determined and spurred on by your success. Thank you and onwards!
Elaine
I can't even do a mile yet, how do you manage to do 5 to 6 miles do you get a lot pain after you have done this amount of walking
You are doing really well - I'm 7 weeks and just doing a mile walk.
That's fantastic ! Your doing so well, I'm really pleased for you 😀
well done -love my step counter on me samsung phone.
today I did 9,999 steps by the way!
Bestest
Mic
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We all have our pace Elaine, so we're all doing well and the best we can 😊
I manage a large portion of the day without a crutch, but longer walks, I do take it with me, because of uneven pavements and just because I do get tired and might start walking wrong, like a bit of a waddle.
Conpleteky unaided is not there yet, that's the step that may take a bit still. But being out and about and above alm able feels really nice!
It's not so much pain, as pure fatigue. Afer a long walk, I do have a sit with my legs up to rest them. And I try to keep ansteady pace goingvreally. Not as fast as I used to walk, but sure and steady steps. The dig doesn't mind, she's busy enough anyway. And coming from work, well... It can be annoying to see the bus drive off when uou would normally make a runto catch it and then have to wait 10-20 minutes, but yeah, I've accepted that ine for the time being 😉
Yes. Absolutely relate. Going with 'listen to your body', I'm using no aids; concentrating on posture etc and the disconcerting tendency of my right foot to develop a mind of its own.
Have managed c 500 yards over last 3 days and will gradually increase.
Good luck, again.
E
Like I saiid, each their own pace.
I chalk some of it up to being 'young' where this operation is concerned at 43. That, and a healthy dose of stubborn mixed in with tenaciousness...
I grinned like a little boy when I got back and saw the counter hahaha😊
My wife asked if I had gone insane, then kissed me.
She knows me well 😁
Nice!
They motivate don't they?
It just feels great to see progress on them over time! Well... Except last Sunday, where the app told me I had done under 500 steps.. The phone was on the charger most of the day 😜
Hi, I felt I must reply to this as I am so inspired by you! However, I also managed to walk 3-4 miles by week 3, (I am just nearly 5 weeks on Monday). I have been driving since week 2, and physio has allowed me on a static bike and actually said can go to gym and do sensible excercises!! I have now discarded stick, ( only needed one from day one) - carried it around with me outside up until Monday just to warn others off in the street and around the shops!! I work as a nurse and am returning to do a few short shifts on Monday (at 5 weeks). I cannot wait to get out cycling on the road as that is my main sport! I am being sensible but am so so determined! My main goal was to be fit enough to be available for the arrival of my new grandson who is due any day. I can't wait.
Still problems with the sleeping but ..... I ll get there.
Good luck to you all and be positive
Christine xx
This is a thoroughly inspiring thread and all power to you, Am6ft8.
Just wondering, however, whether others, who, for whatever complex/myriad reasons can't begin to aspire to this sort of wonderful achievement, make of this.
I'd hate to think that they're left feeling somehow lacking and, perhaps, pushing themselves too far, in trying to reach what they might think is the 'norm'.
I think your achievement is probably exceptional, but would, with 8 years and 4x THRs experience, advise caution.
Balance, common sense and being in tune with your body required.
Elaine
Great to read your reply, I am having a THR in 2 weeks and am too a nurse. Have planned 5 weeks off. I too cycle and look forward to getting back on my bike....love your sensible but determined approach 🚲
Dear Elaine - how considered of you ... At first I did feel as if I am lacking and a pinch of jealousy in the stomach too - but I have been following so many of you and read the ups and downs - you are no strangers to me like the "stories" friends told me about the neighbors' brother in law's accomplishments.... so I celebrate each accomplishment and victory shared ....very encouraging ! cheers and big hug - good night
Congrats and WOW that's amazing. Must feel fantastic, such differences in everyone's progress. Great to read as I to embark on this in 2 weeks time.
If that is the case for anyone reading, let me say that that is by no means my intent. I do try to be an advocate for trying one's best, but for everyone it's an individual race. While in hospital, the lady across from me had had her hip replaced the day before me, but was scared to get out of bed and walk. Nothing wrong with that, it's an emotion that can be really strong. But she actually called for the PT to come by after seeing me get up on day and moving to being able to get in and out of bed, take short walks. When I left the hospital, she was up and about. Less sure than I was, but walking. And she thanked me for motivating her.
Now I don't think of myself as the great motivator. God no... But I do hope that someone out there takes something from my experience that helps them. Even the smallest of changes can be so uplifting. Bad moments are plenty, and it's human nature to somehow focus on negatives. I try to focus on the other bits and doing so, hope to motivate others to do the same.
again, we all have our own pace and we all hace our own victories. My 12,000 steps are another's 500, 900, 1,385 😊
we're all different.
Bless you Renee. Good luck xxx