Well, phooey!

[Oldgirlruns]

I’ve not been posting recently because a grumbly hip has prevented me from running . It’s my own fault because I probably overdid things when given permission to start trotting again following the first time it grumbled at me. So basically no running for most of this year! So that nice Mr Physio has sent me back to the gluteal tendinopathy couch again for a little while longer with an exercise regime and this time I’m going to be more sensible! But I am allowed to walk and today I had a lovely Parkrun walk along our prom with Coddfish as she recovers from her hip replacement operation. At 57:11 we still managed to better the time we did it in last weekend - walk or run, those PBs still entice that little extra effort don’t they! Happy running and walking folks!

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

At least you now have a firm diagnosis, and a way ahead. Make all the adjustments recommended by the physio, and we will nag you when you are striding out too fast! Keep up the exercises .

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks Dexy - exercises will be done I promise!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10]

Mr Physio is very kind to you Oldgirlruns, he really looks after you very well, I hope you will enjoy being back to the gluteal tendinopathy couch and doing the exercises he recommends, also walking or volunteering at Southsea Parkrun,Congratulations on walking at parkrun today, among other things you could volunteer as being the tailwalker.

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to AlMorr]

Thanks Al, yes Mr Physio has done well out of me this year! I’ve done a fair number of volunteer slots but have enjoyed my Parkrun walks with Coddfish. Our Tailwalker slots are usually booked up a long time in advance but I might be lucky to break in there one day! Enjoy your weekend!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10 in reply to Oldgirlruns]

👍 🏃🏾 😊

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to Oldgirlruns]

There are spaces available on the current roster. But as a volunteer tailwalker you need to be able to keep up with the last participant, and react to any emergency so it might not be the best role for someone who is on the IC.

[Roxdog Graduate10]

Oh these blasted injuries! Glad you're keeping on top of things with walking. I do think it's sensible to follow the advice. I've learnt this lesson too! Happy walking and take care.

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to Roxdog]

Thanks Roxdog! Yes the walking will have to take priority over the running for the time being but hey ho, it will heal eventually!

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Well what a relief that you’ve been given the green light to walk at least OGR. Kind physio! 👏👏👏

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thanks cheeky - a bit annoying but can’t be helped. And at least it’s fixable, I was beginning to worry it might be arthritic!

[Shake-and-run Graduate10]

Good to hear you are getting out and about.

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to Shake-and-run]

Thanks Shakes ! Hope you’re feeling a bit better!

[hamit Graduate10]

You'll be back.....

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to hamit]

Oh yes hamit, I’ll be back!

[JonathanP Graduate10]

What more do you need OGR - a very pleasant walking parkrun with good company!

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

Absolutely!

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to Oldgirlruns]

And breakfast 😋

[Elfe5 60minGraduate]

Hey there OGR, enjoy your walking and heal well. 😘 Is cycling an option as well for variety? Xxx

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to Elfe5]

Yes probably , so long as it’s flat (luckily not a problem here!) though it’s been ages since I got out on my bike!

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate]

Hey walking a great for both of you, and a PB nice one 😀

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun]

Thanks WaS!

[Scruff55 60minGraduate]

I commiserate with you. Still waiting for my cortisone injection into my left hip. Although I am still running (very slowly) and only for about 2-3 k and only once per week or so. Happy walking.

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to Scruff55]

Thanks Scruff! Hope you don’t have to wait for too long for your injection! In the meantime, happy slow running!

[Coddfish Graduate10]

Plus you have a guaranteed walking partner for quite a while as I am not going to try to run until at least 6 months post-surgery, and only then if it feels right (please hold me to this if you see me get tempted in Jan / Feb, as I might).

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to Coddfish]

Wonder how much more we can shave off our walking time Coddfish! No, we must be sensible - it was walking too fast wot did for me in the first place!

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to Oldgirlruns]

🎼 🎶 🎵 Slow down, you move too fast 🎶🎵🎶

[LottieMW Ambassador]

A PB is a PB!Enjoy your walks…🐌🍂🌞🌊

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to LottieMW]

Thanks Lottie, hope you’re doing ok!

[LottieMW Ambassador in reply to Oldgirlruns]

I’m fine thanks 😊

[Comaltdel]

Sharing your frustration OGR I’m on the same couch for the same injury. Self diagnosed but I was a physical therapist in my past life! Doing my exercises, but it’s a slow process. Wish you well

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10 in reply to Comaltdel]

You too Comaltdel, frustrating isn’t it!