Let’s Go Walking! Join me for a virtual walking support group

Posted by Becky, Volunteer Mentor @becsbuddy, Feb 19, 2020

Many of you living with cancer or an autoimmune disease, like me, deal with daily fatigue. You know that exercise is so important to your health, but it’s so hard. There’s always an excuse: it’s too cold or hot, it’s going to rain or it’s raining, or it’s snowy and icy, or I just don’t want to. I, too, have all these excuses, but I have a new rescue dog who wants to go out and who doesn’t care about my excuses! And I’ve got traction devices for my boots.Now I just need a walking group who will keep me accountable. People who say, ‘let’s go for a walk.'

And I thought: What about my virtual friends on MayoClinicConnect?

Mayo Clinic has an easy 12-week walking program to get us started! Here’s the link:
- Get walking with this 12-week walking schedule https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/get-walking-with-this-12-week-walking-schedule/

So let’s form a virtual walking group. We can agree to walk every day and encourage each other through Connect. We can walk outdoors, in a mall, or in the red center, or in the hallways of our apartment building.

Who’s in? Who’s going to join me?

Come on, Let’s Go Walking!

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Just Want to Talk Support Group.

artist01 | @artist01 | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @jude07 "You have been through a lot and yet you inspire others to keep going “one step..." + (show)

Thankyou so much. Your kind words keep me motivated!

Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Feb 4, 2021

@jakedduck1, @artist01 You go, Leonard!! How far is it to your jr high? I’d like to joke it’s 5 miles, up hill both ways. LOL.
Let’s see how many people @artist01 will inspire to walk along today! Baby steps!!

artist01 | @artist01 | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @loribmt "@artist01 Yessss!!! ! I’m doing a happy dance for you! It’s wonderful you took the first..." + (show)

Thankyou so much for your wonderful post, Lori. And yes, we do have hallways here that I could/should walk, but....! And my suite is too small to do any kind of circuit. I'm really good at excuses, aren't I? I'm determined to get outside, rain or shine, though, and we'll see how I do. Living in Canada, the winters can be challenging for walking, but I'm determined to make a go of it. And Spring is coming! Also, I have a doctor on my case who wants to hear all about my walking. I never should have divulged my plan to her! Lol
Thanks again for your encouragement.
Laurie

artist01 | @artist01 | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @jakedduck1 "@artist01 CONGRATULATIONS on your accomplishment. Now you have me inspired. I think I’ll try to walk..." + (show)

Hi Leonard@jakedduck1. It delights me no end that I've inspired you to get out there and walk! Bravo, and good luck in reaching your goal. Remember, it doesn't have to be accomplished in the first try! Warmest wishes, Laurie

Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @artist01 "Because I see your heading "Let's Go Walking" every day when I connect with Mayo Clinic..." + (show)

@artist01 Yeaaah, you! I bet that sense of accomplishment stayed with you all day, after that walk. Don't be hard on yourself saying "why didn't I do this before today", okay?

You are inspiring me to get out and do something today. My husband will be happy that it is helping him move firewood. I see some bulbs already poking their heads up through the cold soil, so I can start thinking about garden stuff soon. We have many projects to do around here.
Ginger

artist01 | @artist01 | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @gingerw "@artist01 Yeaaah, you! I bet that sense of accomplishment stayed with you all day, after that..." + (show)

Thanks so much for your reply, Ginger! Moving firewood is an excellent exercise! Been there, done that. Lol
And your husband will be SO happy for the help and your company. Happy husband, happy life! X0 Laurie

Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @artist01 "Thankyou so much for your wonderful post, Lori. And yes, we do have hallways here that..." + (show)

@artist01 Laurie, I chuckled a little with your comment about divulging your plan to your doctor. Now the pressure is on! But in truth, she’ll be delighted to hear your progress. Doctors need rewards too.
Be careful out there walking in the Canadian winter! Do you have some good walking grippers for your boots? I mentioned in another post about Yaktrax or similar for easier walking on snow and ice. Do you have someone to walk with you on your outdoor adventures? Though I imagine the walks are kept pretty cleared in your Senior living center. Where I am, we just received a new 8 inches of snow today!! My inner child is calling me to go outside! Take care but you keep right on going!! Lori.

Leonard | @jakedduck1 | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @loribmt "@jakedduck1, @artist01 You go, Leonard!! How far is it to your jr high? I’d like to..." + (show)

@loribmt
I’m going to drive around my intended route first and see exactly how far it is, but it’s probably like what our parents did when they had to walk somewhere. 20 miles in a -50 degree blizzard in 10 foot deep snow zero visibility without shoes or a coat and without breakfast and had to milk the cows, slop the hogs, chop some wood, bring in the crops, paint the barn & on & on & on. I doubt any of them ever actually made it to school. I’m even more surprised any of those people lived to have kids to tell how hard they had it.
Take care Lori,
Jake

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @becsbuddy "Hey, ladies, we’re supposed to talk about exercises! I know gardening is exercise, but looking isn’t!..." + (show)

Hi all, I love talking gardens and can't wait for spring. Feel free to join the gardeners over here:
- Let's Talk about Gardens https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/lets-talk-about-gardens/

Now it's time for me to get out into today's glorious sunshine to capture some vitamin D, fresh air and steps.

jude07 | @jude07 | Feb 4, 2021

In reply to @loribmt "@artist01 Laurie, I chuckled a little with your comment about divulging your plan to your doctor...." + (show)

I say, let out that inner child!
Yesterday I was trying to imagine ice skating again. Then came to my senses when I realized how stiff and hard skates are, I am sure my feet would be shouting at me to STOP before I even started. Then I thought perhaps I should invent a pair of wool boot skates with ankles that are more firm for people like me. Who will invest, LOL!!!