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First trip outside

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debbie162
debbie162

Well hubby has just been outside for his first walk. Day 8. We have a small park over the road from our house, and he has just walked round the perimeter about 800 - 900 steps, which I think is pretty good going he is obviously still using 2 crutches and I kept urging him to slow down a bit but am very proud of him. Have a lovely Sunday x x

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  • susan57233
    susan57233 debbie162

    Posted

    Good job Debbie`s hubby. Walking no matter how far is great exercise for us Hippies. It was a big part of my recovery plan. I did 4 walks a day around, even if in the beginning it was around the house so not to over do thing. By week 5 I was walking without any aids and no more limp.
    • debbie162
      debbie162 susan57233

      Posted

      He loves walking and is a very active 64 yr old so my only problem is slowing him down, but am sure he will only do what feels comfortable. Thanks for the advice, have a lovely day
  • carol75411
    carol75411 debbie162

    Posted

    Well done hubby

    hes lucky to get the encouragement from you

    have a lovely day too. My husband has had to nip to Wales and it is pouring with rain there, lovely and sunny here in kent

    xx

    • debbie162
      debbie162 carol75411

      Posted

      Lovely here in Essex too Carol, lovely breeze coming throug the doors....have a nice day x
  • mic71403
    mic71403 debbie162

    Posted

    Hello Debbie

    Welcome to this forum of hippies and to be hippies!

    sounds like a good walk, first steps are really important and encourage the recommended exercises too.

    mic

    x

    PS. how are you finding putting his sox on in the mornings?!

    • debbie162
      debbie162 mic71403

      Posted

      The dreaded socks......only on his non operated leg at moment as the other one is too swollen, I hate the things with a passion lol
  • attractac
    attractac debbie162

    Posted

    Great stuff Debbie.. Some set days I just did the hall and put my phone timer on so it didn't seem so boring. Keep him at it. The consultant I had thinks walking is the best exercise. ♥♥♥
    • debbie162
      debbie162 attractac

      Posted

      I will, I'm really good at telling him what to do hah ha, I'm making the most of that. Have a great day
  • attractac
    attractac debbie162

    Posted

    Wet days I meant. I was afraid to go outside alone on wet ground when on two crutches.
  • lynne09047
    lynne09047 debbie162

    Posted

    Great job Mrs Debbie! Keep up the good work, but take care not to overdo it.

    Lynne x

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