Walking back to Happiness

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Well. Welcome to this thread.

You may be surprised why it is here or happy it is here. Then again: ‘You have got to be joking! Do you know what is wrong with me?’ may be your response.

This all began on the Extreme Fatigue thread. On there several people wanted and needed inspiration/incentive to get out and walk. Many people see the benefits of it in their life and to help on this; mad journey, train ride, rollercoaster ride and other positively rude words journey called Breast Cancer.

It is not a thread created to make anyone feel less than they do at present. It is not a thread that will set people against one another. Being competitive with yourself or a simple challenge to yourself is the point, but not a race against others is a key premis.

The idea is that you can do any of these or none:

  1. Post when you have walked.
  2. Post how many minutes you walked for.
  3. Post how you felt before, during or after. Or not at all.
  4. Post pictures from your walk, but ones that do not point to where you live.
  5. Post inspirational quotes, thoughts or comments.
  6. A simple like of people’s efforts is fine. No need to write an essay unless you feel the need.
  7. On a safety note. Do tell friends, family or the thread when you leave and return safely. Be aware of your personal safety at all times.

 

Well here goes.

Either it will grow and blossom, with lots of lovely people benefiting. Or I will have egg all over my face – not for the first time in my chequered life and career.

Leolady – may be adding in the odd gallop to my walks.

PS if you don't like us don't be cruel.

  • Our snow dogs enjoy it so much don't they . Poor Dexter the snow attaches to his fur and forms ice balls so he has to be wash in warm water to release them hence the coat Joy think he might have pulled something when running daft he's limping a bit . It's not tender so will have to watch him.

    love your hearts 

    One step at a time and ...Breathe !
    xoxox
    Margaret
  • Love the heart shapes ! xx

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    Hello. I have just had chemo 5 of 6. Chemo 4 was absolutely horrendous and made me so unwell.  I was so unwell they have changed the drugs for number 5. Before this I was walking the dog twice a day but since chemo 4 I’ve not done much walking. I’ve lost confidence in getting out there in case I can’t cope. You have all given me the inspiration to give it a go. It’s freezing out there but tomorrow I’m going to walk the dog. I will let you know how it goes and take a photo. It may not be far but it will be a start. Thank you to you all, you are kind and lovely people x

  • Well Done !!,

    how lovely that you are getting your snow boots on and joining us!!

    I had a lovely walk today and here is a nice swanny picture ...

    Oh!It didn’t work!.welcome to Walking Back to Happiness !!xx

  • Hi  and another warm welcome to the thread! Any exercise counts here, indoors or out. And we love photos! On my first walk after my op I only went down the track at the bottom of my road and back. Not far at all but it felt so good to be out. I didn’t walk the dog at all for quite a while as she’s quite strong and liable to lunge at anything small and furry. I still mainly hold her with my other hand. 

    Enjoy your outing tomorrow and look forward to seeing your photos. HFxx

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • Hi  and another welcome!

    im one who exercises indoors, but that’s because of Covid. I do love walking but haven’t for some months, all the outdoor stuff I’ve done is for medical reasons. I try and do about half an hour of vigorous exercise each day though. I began a few days post-op by just walking round the block but found it so great that I gradually extended more and more, my op was early April and by the summer I was regularly doing 4,5 or 6 miles (not daily but a couple of times a week with shorter walks in between) 

    you’ll find we do love popping photos on here, even if it’s really cold out there! 
    Hugs xxx

    Moomy

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    Former Member in reply to Violetsniff

    Thank you 

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    Former Member in reply to moomy

    Thank you

  • Welcome Don't worry if you don't get too far at first when I was having chemo the first couple of days I would be pleased if I got  from lounge to kitchen . Used to do little and often to build up . Just enjoy Blush 

    One step at a time and ...Breathe !
    xoxox
    Margaret
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    Former Member in reply to Northerner

    Hi everyone, sorry I didn’t check in yesterday so have held up the photo challenge! I failed to get any G’s, I’m going for P and look forward to seeing your inspired pics!

    Keep warm