Thanks for reply, John. I am trying, as a used to be low water drinker, to more intake of same. My loosening up comes in the very hot shower. I do leg stretches and have also come within 1/2 to 1" from touching my toes. When I sit to watch a little c-span news, I try to do a few easy body flexibility exercises. I am longing for warmer weather so that I can take Lily to the park in the morning and do some walking. Yesterday afternoon was sunny and warm, so I did a little pruning of salvia bushes out front and filling of pots on the deck to get ready for planting. Cold and grey this morning, however, it is "book club" day, which will make me be somewhat active. I do think this is very important , both physically and mentally.