I walk a lot for my fitness. I am not able to run because of ligament damage, but I CAN walk so I do it a lot. Recently however, I also had a problem with the tendons in my ankles and was told by my Dr not to go for walks until they have recovered. For the first couple of days I was a bit fed up as what seemed like the only activity I had available had been taken away too... but then... I dusted off my dumbells and really started hitting the weights properly after a gap of (well, a few too many) years! I am loving it and really strengthening up my muscles quicker than I imagined would be possible. I can't go out for walks but then, when using weights I tend to be standing still, laying or sitting down so that works out brilliantly.
I also resurrected my bicycle and have been cycling an average of 10 miles a day. Again, there is no impact or strain on my ankles so I have found something else I CAN do too :)
I know you don't need to know about my injuries or issues, I am simply using them here as an example of how you can continue helping yourself in your fitness despite health issues that may permanently or temporarily affect you. There is always a way if you are prepared to look for it! I also believe that everyone should be grateful to have the ability to use your body and that it is a terrible waste to not do whatever you are able to. Imagine if tomorrow you found yourself totally paralysed and unable to bounce on a trampoline, take a walk, kick a ball etc etc... wouldn't you desperately wish you had made the most of your time before your body was paralysed? I know I would if I wasn't making the most of it now.
To wrap up, I just want to share this inspirational video with you... after watching, you will realise that you really CAN do it! Whatever it is! :)
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