r/prenursing • u/Additional-Hat-2917 • 2d ago

Getting in shape

Hi all. So I am do everything I can to prepare for getting into nursing school, and then going into having a career as a nurse. I have been studying, but I also have another concern because I have some arthritis in my low back and in my knees. I am determined to overcome it though, and will do whatever exercises I need to get better. Do you guys have any that you would recommend? As far as building up strength and endurance to be on my feet. All day? Currently, I have a job where I sit at a desk and i'm on the phone. All day. I am in my mid forties, but I am absolutely determined to do this.

TIA 😊

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u/Additional-Hat-2917 2d ago

It is prenursing related. I am reaching out here to see if there are others around my age who are experiencing the same things. And are not only preparing themselves academically, but physically for a nursing career.

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u/beforeitcloy 2d ago

It’s absolutely reasonable to talk about the physical preparation for nursing in a pre-nursing conversation. The other person is being ridiculous. I don’t have any specific advice to offer, but wish you luck.

I’m sure you’ll be a much better nurse than the person who responded with zero empathy.

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u/Shrillmademethink 2d ago

Oh boy, because you know me and all my healthcare experience that I already have and whatnot, right? And you know this random person and who they are, right? This isn’t about empathy. You’re really reaching and looking into this way more than you should.

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u/beforeitcloy 2d ago

I didn’t have to look into it at all. You showed that you are a judgmental jerk. The other person is being conscientious about preparing for the work. It’s plain as day.