Thread: Running Out of Time

Originally Posted by Tararuas hunter

Good going Grandpa Mac. It difficult to loose weight when older, and easier to put it on. I find I loose fitness quicker if no activity than used to 20 years ago. so feels like have to lots more just to keep going. celebrated 74th year in the Tararuas, and just got back from a fairly easy trip in the Lake Sumner-west coast area (fly in/out).Used to walk in/out on those trips, but the wear on my knees isnt worth it now. Knees hate downhill, or boulder hopping now. Used to enjoy it once. Use 2 walking poles, one if carry gun. But downhill speed is pitiful. Doctor tells me wont have my own knees when 80. will be happy to live that long! Prefer going up now! its takes a bit to get used knowing body cant do anything like could not that many years ago,, once used to feel bullet proof. . But being retired, I just take 2 days to go where I am going, instead of the usual one day previously. so many mates started hunting with cant go far into the hills now, if at all , and have worse knee, back issues, so feel privileged to be able to get away into the middle of the ranges still. Cheers GPM

Thanks for your post @Tararuas hunter,
It's always good to hear from someone fighting the same fight. My knee and hip joints are still in reasonable nick due to working as a draughtsman, project manager and planner before retirement. My main problem is referred pain from joint in my lower spine. When it is good it is very good but when it is bad it is horrid.
Regards Grandpamac.