So, the hike went great... 3+ miles of nature and peace. My legs felt strong for the first time in a long time. It was great to be out in the cool crisp air...
The next day I woke up to a knee the size of a volleyball, and could barely walk at all. Only today (Tuesday 1/5) did I begin to feel semi-normal again.
So I guess there really is a gap between what your doctor says you "can do" and what you "should do"... I will probably continue to explore this border some more :)
Random thought: I heard April Wine's "Sign of the Gypsy Queen" on my way to work this morning. It turned back the clock to high school for just a few minutes - a nice thing.
See ya,
Sean
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Sunday, January 3, 2010
New Years Day
Bored and restless on New Years day. My buddy Jeff called and suggested a hike on one of the local trails. I was a little skeptical that I could do it, but I decided to give it a try.
We hike the main Wanrani trail near the town of Eltham in New Kent County, VA. More on the trails here: http://www.hikingupward.com/OVH/Wahrani/
I did better than I thought I would. Some of the stream bed down hill sections were a little scary with a dicey left knee and limited range of motion for my right arm. But, we made it through unscathed. It was a pretty good personal accomplishment, given that my previous longest walk was probably on a trip to the local Farm Fresh!
Happy New Year!
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