Hello - from another Sue. The goal here is for each of us to do what we can, and to encourage each other. Some days I walk, others not so much. Like today -occupying myself in the house because it is 40F and raining. When I don't get out, I try to do an extra set of stretching exercises to keep the pain away in back, neck & shoulders.
Do you use any aid when you walk? Before hip replacement, I used a cane so I could lean when I hurt, but now I have too much arthritis to grip it. A friend of mine finds lightweight hiking poles helpful - he says a cane makes him lean to one side, and a walker makes him hunch over. I have only used them when mountain hiking in the past, but may give them a try again.
Sue

Welcome to the group. I fractured my back 15 years ago, the extensive surgery by a fabulous Mayo Dr and after a year I was walking at a fairly good pace. I hope that you continue to seek help. Walk whenever you can in your home, garage, driveway or whatever and be kind to yourself.

@suerc is this your first time with our virtual walking group? Welcome. Don’t compare yourself to any of the others—just do what you can. We’re all different and have different issues and abilities.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/walking/art-20050972?_ga=2.64127855.1961891562.1613925878-620617236.1541948334
Get walking with this 12-week walking schedule. This is Mayo Clinic’s helpful way of getting you started. We’re glad you’re here!

Hi, @suerc, The great thing about this group is that there is no competition just a willingness to do whatever we can to build strength and endurance.

While I didn't break my back as you painfully did, I know that when mine goes out due to an earlier injury, everything pretty much stops until I can stand tall again or sit for more than a few minutes at a time.

While there is no longer stamina for the long hikes I once enjoyed, I look forward now to trying for three scheduled walks each week. Some walks are longer; others much shorter but making the effort helps me feel like I am doing something nice for myself. Welcome aboard!