Week 83: Convalescing in Frostproof, Florida

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This week I struggled to cover 20 miles, about half of what I usually walk in a week. However, I am back to walking Arlo twice a day, just much shorter distances, and I managed over 5,000 steps the last few days, which is good for now.

The bruise on my hip is quite impressive, dark and large, and it is very swollen. So far, it is looking worse each day, turning black and getting larger. Mostly though, it only hurts when I put pressure on it or have to stretch it to put my socks on. I have only taken a few Tylenol for pain; it's really not too bad. I still feel tired, but other than that and the hip, my injuries do not bother me much.

Despite my slow progress, I managed to get past 3,300 miles this week, so less than 200 to go. Even at 20 miles a week, I would get there in July, although I expect that I will be closer to normal distances in a few weeks. I won't push it, but walking feels better every day.