Ladies ,I had an idea! I was thinking,that on this wonderful network,every time someone needs advice,there is always someone to help.No matter what the problem.Most problems are around physical issues after surgery or during treatment,or problems with our emotions,our feelings.Many of us are getting into exercise to help with some of these things,and there are lots and lots of ways to exercise.Sooo...I thought wouldn't it be great,if those of you who exercise regularly,and find it beneficial,could share what you do,with the ladies that are just starting out.For me,walking is my saviour!If it rains,I carry an umbrella,and if it's hot,I STILL carry an umbrella.lol. Cheers Robyn.xoxoxo

Oh Robyn your amazing...i love reading all your posts, they are full of experience and strength.. I am so unmotivated atm. I am 17 days post of from having a lumpectomy and removal of 8 nodes, all of which are clear, which is great. Hopefully I will hear from the oncologist on monday with an appointment time so I can find out what is the next stage for me. I think its the waiting and the process being so drawn out, along with getting tired that is making me so unmotivated. I love lying in bed with a cuppa and my computer and sunrise and by the time I am ready to move, its too hot to go walking, I have unfrozen my gym membership which I can use from tomorrow, so I plan to hop on a treadmill and walk, I like going to the gym, its been something I do with my daughter, its been awhile since we have been able to go together.. I havent gone back to work yet, my work can be quite heavy at times and the thought of using my arm for 8 hours sends me in a panic, so I am having another week off..and then when or if chemo/radiotherapy starts I will be just working 1 day per week...I dont know if its me not being busy that is making me less motivated or its the whole bc diagnosis, lumpectomy, pain, numbness that I have not gotten back into living and being busy... I am 50, and going into 3rd year of a bachelor of nursing just part time, lectures start this coming week, so maybe that will help me get back into the swing of things... Anyway I am waffling now, but will be glad to hear what others do for exercise, might help me get motivated...and move more and maybe eat less! Thanks jo

Thanks for the support!I just took my band to the park and put it round a small tree!I busted my boiler,lol,and just got back home,sweating in places that I didn't know you could!!!I feel great though:) Good on you doing your nursing degree.My son is a registered nurse.Take care.xoxoRobyn

I walked 4-5 km before diagnosis. Like Robyn I kept this up as much as possible throughout my treatment. I am fortunate to have a treadmill so walk on this while playing up beat music when the weather is not good. I also do a few yoga stretches after my walk each morning. I find walking early, before breakfast works best for me. Since finishing treatment I have been keen to be active in as many ways as possible. It is just so good to be able to enjoy an active life again. I swim, have been kayaking in a river and am going to start Pink Pilates soon. I have also been bush walking which I love. My husband is keen to go cycling, so this will be something else to add to the mix. I like variety! I like my solitary walks (lots of good thinking time) but I like doing activities with family and friends too. Great idea for a post, Robyn. I'm interested to hear some more ideas. :) Deanne x

Before being told I have BC I was determined to run the Mothers Day Classic in Sydney again. I did it 2 yrs ago and skipped last year as I went through a lazy time and put lots of weight on. But this year as I was getting fitter and slimmer I was determined to do it. Well , no matter what I am even more determined now. I will crawl if I have to , but I am going to do the MDC this year !

Well done Robyn! A very positive blog. I love walking! My husband and I do a 45 min walk each day. Like Deanne I have a treadmill for those days when the weather isn't the best. I also have a couple of exersise DVDs just to break it up a bit. Leslie Sanstrom has a good walking /strength building DVD. Anything that keeps the body moving. I haven't started Chemo yet so I am determined to keep it up throughout my treatment. Tanya x

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Robyn_W
Member
12 years ago
Thanks for the support!I just took my band to the park and put it round a small tree!I busted my boiler,lol,and just got back home,sweating in places that I didn't know you could!!!I feel great though:) Good on you doing your nursing degree.My son is a registered nurse.Take care.xoxoRobyn
joeybutts
Member
12 years ago
Oh Robyn your amazing...i love reading all your posts, they are full of experience and strength..

I am so unmotivated atm. I am 17 days post of from having a lumpectomy and removal of 8 nodes, all of which are clear, which is great. Hopefully I will hear from the oncologist on monday with an appointment time so I can find out what is the next stage for me.

I think its the waiting and the process being so drawn out, along with getting tired that is making me so unmotivated. I love lying in bed with a cuppa and my computer and sunrise and by the time I am ready to move, its too hot to go walking, I have unfrozen my gym membership which I can use from tomorrow, so I plan to hop on a treadmill and walk, I like going to the gym, its been something I do with my daughter, its been awhile since we have been able to go together..

I havent gone back to work yet, my work can be quite heavy at times and the thought of using my arm for 8 hours sends me in a panic, so I am having another week off..and then when or if chemo/radiotherapy starts I will be just working 1 day per week...I dont know if its me not being busy that is making me less motivated or its the whole bc diagnosis, lumpectomy, pain, numbness that I have not gotten back into living and being busy...

I am 50, and going into 3rd year of a bachelor of nursing just part time, lectures start this coming week, so maybe that will help me get back into the swing of things...

Anyway I am waffling now, but will be glad to hear what others do for exercise, might help me get motivated...and move more and maybe eat less!

Thanks

jo

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