I try to get a walk in every work day (I take the weekends off from walking as we usually do much more yard work instead). During the late winter - late spring, I was able to walk at about 2pm each day. It was GREAT! Not only did it help with my post lunch bgs, but it also made the afternoons seem to go faster at work. Once the afternoons started getting too warm, I switched to walking at 10am each day. That time wasn't so bad. I was able to walk off my coffee but the rest of the day went so much slower.
Then full on summer hit. Even 10 am was too warm. If I tried to walk any earlier, after getting to work, I would be setting my stuff down and walking right back out the door. Not only is that silly, but it was too hot then too, and we don't have a shower at work for me to use. So I decided early morning walks would be better. I set my alarm for 5:30 and vowed to not hit snooze.
I've not been as consistent as I wish I was. I know that the walk does me so much good. Not only do my blood sugars behave more throughout the day, it really helps my mood too. I've had a difficult time getting to bed before midnight lately, which of course makes 5:30 really REALLY early. However, the last two days I've been able to do it. I even got sprinkled on yesterday. Real rain drops!! We've not had any measurable rain since early May here, so every rain drop is sacred. Anyways, my pace in the mornings isn't as fast as I was getting in the afternoons, but at least I'm walking, right? But for how much longer, is the question.
The last few days my heel has been downright killing me! I've dealt with plantar fasciitis before and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. I fear that it may be setting in again. Unfortunately, if I remember correctly, there isn't a whole lot that can be done. Last time I had my heel and foot taped for a couple weeks, and that helped a lot. Will they do that again? Will he suggest it's time for a cortisone shot? *cringe* I have no problem with shots, but the thought of one in my heel gives me the heebie jeebies. Or will there be a miracle cure that happens as I walk through the door? I'm not holding my breath or anything, but THAT would be nice.
I will be calling my foot doctor later today to make that appointment. In the meantime, please pass the ice pack.
I had pain on the back of my right heel this winter. After the magical cortisone shot, I got the custom orthotics that the podiatrist recommended. At first they were fine. Then I started getting what must be plantar fasciitis pain in both feet (had never had that before!). By then I was back in MN and going back to the podiatrist was not an option. I put them away for a few weeks and am back to using them with no pain. But as someone who had never had significant foot pain before, I have certainly learned how much it can affect your life.
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Thanks, Laddie! My appointment is for Monday afternoon and if all goes well, Monday evening I'm planning on doing a rain dance. :)
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