Has anyone seen my Mojo😞😞

[Scruff55]

I seem to have lost it 😞😞😞I managed 2 runs this week with a good one on Monday but I seem to be easily talked out of running at the moment. My hips are niggling and I’m frightened it’s my arthritis flaring up. Was told 10 years ago I would need new hips soon and so far I’ve managed to put it off but the niggles are there again. I’m reluctant to go to drs in case he says the time has come. Does anyone run with new hips all advice welcome. ☹️☹️☹️

[Lifluf Graduate10]

Oh Scruff55 don't worry. 2 runs in a week is not a lost mojo. You're doing better than some of us. I bet running has helped to keep your arthritis at bay - I think its helped mine but I find there is a balance between the benefit of regular running and the disadvantage of overdoing it (too often or too far). However saying all that, if you need new hips, probably best to get your name on the very long waiting list. I do know of someone who runs post hip replacement but it's a long post op recovery.

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to Lifluf]

🙏🙏 so much. I just feel like I am getting into it slowly getting a bit fitter and maybe even enjoying the odd run. But maybe you’re right and I need to bite the bullet and get on that long list 🙏🙏🙃🙃🙃

[Lifluf Graduate10 in reply to Scruff55]

You can keep going while you wait, and you can keep going afterwards without hip pain. You may just have to modify your ambition for a while. In the meantime keep going. Your mojo is still there - it's just worried 😉

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to Lifluf]

🙏🙏 for your support

[Tasha99 Graduate10]

Low drop shoes like Hoka could help your hip issues.

runnerstribe.com/features/w...

What are you currently wearing and what’s the drop?

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to Tasha99]

Thanks I’ll look at this. I’m wearing Brook Ravels not sure of drop etc.

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

2 runs is brilliant. You e been building up fantastic supportive muscles with all your running which will be take some of the pressure off your hips. Some gentle stretches and a short slow run to restore your mojo. Dont panic about seeing your doctor, you may be surprised what they say especially if they don't know about all your running. Happy running 🤗

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to Grannyhugs]

Am doing some stretches so will just take it easy when I go running 🙏🙏

[Hidden]

Scruff, you are doing so well. Your mojo is hanging in there, don't you worry. MyMojo got rather too fond of her slippers and has had a really good talking to as a result. Your two runs a week puts me to shame, but I'm now working to remedy that.

If you are in pain I would really suggest you check it out sooner rather than later, as leaving things often makes it worse. Hopefully it won't be as bad as you fear and some rest of physio exercise may help. Good luck. 🤗

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

I’m trying to stay positive so will go out on Monday and see how it goes. 🙏🙏🙏

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

I’ll see what I can get via internet appointment next week. 🙏 for your kind words. Don’t feel like I’m doing well at all just going backwards. Hey ho 🙃🙃🙃

[Hidden in reply to Scruff55]

Keep positive Scruff. You will come through this. Try some strengthening exercises such as Pilates and yoga for flexibility. Check out Strength and Flex for some advice too xx

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

Thanks I’ll try Pilates over the next few days.

[nowster Graduate10]

I'm sure I have a packet somewhere...

Mojo brand chews

[Tasha99 Graduate10 in reply to nowster]

🤣

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to nowster]

🙏🤣🤣🤣