Returning to exercise after injury

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A few weeks ago I had a problem with my achilles tendon and was told no exercise for at least 2-3 weeks.  I've been resting it for 2 weeks now and am itching to get back out.  Any recommendations on easing back into it, I was only doing brisk walking when the problems started, doing about 6mph and 4-5miles at a time in a hilly area with 15-20 degree inclines. 

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	Holy Jogging Batman 6 miles per hour is a little fast. That's a jog for most and a run for me. Posted by mrxinu on Feb. 08, 2009 at 10:39PM
	Listen to the doc You should always follow the Dr's recommendations.  Having said that (and no, I don't practice what I preach), I think going out for moderate walks would be okay - but stick to level ground (no hills.)  I think the hills would just aggravate your injury.  You may want to consider a treadmill (yeah, boring I know) to avoid the potential rock/pothole/stick/whatever. Posted by TriNorm on Feb. 09, 2009 at 04:54AM
	The hills aren't really optional, but maybe taking it slower.  I mostly walk around my neighbourhood which is a hilly area.  Posted by sheppeyescapee on Feb. 15, 2009 at 06:29PM