It's was finally time to tackle the house! Lots to do! So I made a list and it wasn't short. (I love lists, they make me feel so much better, more organized and motivated to get it all done). I like a certain level of cleanliness. I like when things are in their place and [...]
Dog sitting was the name of the game at week 10 following my LTHR (Left total hip replacement). Having Bruno for a week made me move! It's made me get off the couch and walk, and I've really appreciated it. The simple act of walking a few times a day has helped a TON with [...]
At this point, July 24, 2017, I had not seen my physiotherapist since before leaving for PEI (July 11) and was looking forward to learning the next step. Well I got released! To be honest, I know this recovery has felt easier and quicker than the last but I didn't expect that. I'm no where [...]
Whether you have a valentines or celebrate Alentines Day remember to take a moment to love and appreciate your body. After living with chronic arthritic pain I understand the love hate relationship someone can have with their body. I felt like my body was fighting me and preventing me from reaching my full potential. I [...]
As we move into the New Year we are reminded about goals, resolutions and the potential of what we can be in the future. Whether you are looking to lose weight, get a new job, find a partner or just get healthier, having goals always helps! Goals The same goes for surgery. Goals are very [...]
At 9 weeks post-op (left hip), beginning of July, we headed to PEI for my best friends wedding. I had just started to drive 6 days earlier. Yes, it was to the grocery store, and yes, the boyfriend was with me but still a major step forward (both of our vehicles are standards so both legs [...]
Back at the beginning of July it was road trip time! The 5 hour drive north wasn't bad, I was a little surprised how good I felt through the entire ride, especially considering I was just over 6 weeks post-op for my second hip replacement. Flashback to Another Time This drive north always gives me [...]
The Day Before I attended physio, did some new things, including more standing exercises that involved full range (but still within my restrictions). The video of the squats was shown in my November 6, 2017 blog post since I didn't have a video with the modifications. I usually start to get nervous the day before [...]
As a birthday present I received tickets to the Canada v. USA Rugby Game at the Tim Horton's Field in Hamilton on June 24, 2017. I originally was not going as I wasn't sure where I would be in my recovery, but, because my boyfriend is awesome, he got me tickets once he knew I [...]
Note: If you are interested in trying any of the exercises below please seek a therapist for assistance and clearance, especially if you are still in the recovery stage. Tuesday The end of week 5 and start of week 6 was my first full week of physiotherapy and I learned a few new things! Mark [...]