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THE PLEASURE OF BEING ABLE TO WALK

Viv0147

Viv0147

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Location
Wales
Type of diabetes
Type 2
Treatment type
Tablets (oral)
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there isn't much I dislike maybe rude and aggressive people
It was only 3 years ago that to be able to walk without pain was impossible 20 yards and then the pain set in, I would have to stop and rest then try to go a little further before the pain set in.
I was suffering from (diabetes 2) I am a male I was 17 Stone 3 Lbs aged 67 years and the fear of amputation and losing my sight became very real!
I live alone in an upstairs flat I knew if something bad happened I would have to move out of my flat which I love, and my prospects of a good life were going to go down the drain! It frightened me so much I changed my lifestyle, and after doing quite a lot of research I decided to go on a low carb high-fat diet without exercise because of the pain.
Well move on 3 years diabetes has reversed, I am no longer on medication and at the age of 70 (11stone 12 Lbs), I walk along the promenade 1.2 miles every morning without any pain weather permitting breathing in the sea air. If not I have a mini exercise bike so I do 30 minutes on that while watching the telly lol I really hope this story will encourage whoever is feeling a bit down you can beat diabetes! Effort yes, without doubt, rewards wonderful. Good Luck
 
Viv0147 said:
It was only 3 years ago that to be able to walk without pain was impossible 20 yards and then the pain set in, I would have to stop and rest then try to go a little further before the pain set in.
I was suffering from (diabetes 2) I am a male I was 17 Stone 3 Lbs aged 67 years and the fear of amputation and losing my sight became very real!
I live alone in an upstairs flat I knew if something bad happened I would have to move out of my flat which I love, and my prospects of a good life were going to go down the drain! It frightened me so much I changed my lifestyle, and after doing quite a lot of research I decided to go on a low carb high-fat diet without exercise because of the pain.
Well move on 3 years diabetes has reversed, I am no longer on medication and at the age of 70 (11stone 12 Lbs), I walk along the promenade 1.2 miles every morning without any pain weather permitting breathing in the sea air. If not I have a mini exercise bike so I do 30 minutes on that while watching the telly lol I really hope this story will encourage whoever is feeling a bit down you can beat diabetes! Effort yes, without doubt, rewards wonderful. Good Luck
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Yes. An inspiration.
I'm starting to lose mine.
Going into 4th year of very poor mobility.
 
I’m with you there Viv, osteoarthritis was stopping me walk much until my diabetes diagnosis a year ago. I embarked on low carb eating for my diabetes but have lost a load of weight too. My weight bearing joints have benefitted immensely but my neck and fingers have too, I think due to the anti inflammatory effect of my diet.
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Very good news. I was reading a rather sweet article yesterday that described diet and exercise as being medicine for blood vessels, and how exercise was like taking the lid of the medicine bottle.

I think I can hear your blood vessels purring with delight, as you walk along the promenade.
 
Excellent as ever to see you posting, @Viv0147 . I'm so glad you are continuing the enjoy the widescale benefits of your new way of living. If the BBC are to be believed, we should be looking forward to a decent summer.

Well done again, and don't be a stranger. :)
 
What a great story to share @Viv0147 There are so many benefits to regular exercise, pulled a few direct off Google, but includes increased life expectancy, improved lung capacity as well as:
  • Control Your Weight.
  • Reduce Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease.
  • Reduce your risk of Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome.
  • Reduce Your Risk of Some Cancers.
  • Strengthen Your Bones and Muscles.
  • Improve Your Mental Health and Mood.
  • Improve Your Ability to do Daily Activities and Prevent Falls.
 
Brilliant @Viv0147 I'm sure that will serve as inspiration to lots of people. Thanks for sharing. (A bit jealous that you get to walk along a promenade every day. Beats my 1.6 miles round trip to train station :))
 
ringi said:
Swimming may be a better option if walking gives pain.
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Yes.
Mind u what a shock I got getting out of the pool. I was heavy as lead and even heavier wet. I will return to swimming 3 times a week once I can walk more. Walking into and out of the building to home has to be possible... Well for me, first.
 
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