Reaching a Milestone – Two, Actually!

So two days ago, I reached a milestone by taking a decent length walk for the first time since my foot surgery. I walked a total of over two miles, so technically, I guess that would be two milestones. I walked along the James River to see the great blue heron nests, and it felt good to be active. I walked along at a pretty decent clip, maybe 14-15 minutes per mile while I was actually moving.

My foot has been fairly sore since, especially yesterday, so I probably overdid it Tuesday. I was also wearing my really old and beaten up shoes, so I don’t think I had good foot and arch support. Today, I walked over a mile to have lunch by the river on a beautiful day, but I wore my less old shoes.

I think I am a good week or so from being able to walk four miles or more without some trouble, and maybe three weeks away from trying a little running. But who knows, it could come sooner. For now, I am happy to not be sofa and chair bound every minute of the day. It really makes one appreciate their mobility.