It is quite hard to believe it is only 12 days since my ‘incident’ and I thought it was time for an update. I am clearly getting used to the beta-blockers now though the main side effect (fatigue – especially after even light exercise) continues to be an issue for me.
I am, for a change, being cautious in my approach and I have an outline plan to improve my stamina by walking. A gradual build up of distance and elevation will be tackled over the next few weeks.
I started this morning by driving down to Yellowcraig beach to have a go at a (very) short and (very) easy walk. Only the second time I have left the house since we got back home on Saturday April 27th!
What a morning it was – although mainly cloudy up to the point I got on to the beach the sun came out and it was wonderfully warm & calm.
One of the very nice things about this beach is just how many people use it. Walking the dog, exercising the horses, paddling, swimming, paddle boarding and so on. As always I felt completely at peace in what is my favourite place.
Feeling quite happy with my slow stroll I walked the short distance to the wreck that was revealed when most of the sand disappeared in the storms earlier this year. It seems even more of it is on display now.
So I am happy that I managed the exercise well without knocking myself out. The rehabilitation plan will kick off in the next few days.
On the medical front I have seen my GP, had a full set of bloods taken (results, if any, by the end of the week) and am (patiently!) awaiting for the Infirmary Cardiac team to get in touch for follow up examinations that will determine the impact of the ‘incident’ – I am not holding my breath for a speedy response of course.
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