As a leading supplier of mobility equipment in London, 1st Step Mobility knows first hand just how important it is for people to maintain their independence, and to continue to do the things they love. Unfortunately, mobility issues can often act as a hindrance to certain activities. But does this mean you need to give up something you love to do?
Gardening is a quintessentially British pastime, with over three quarters of us partaking in the activity and most of that number doing so as a hobby rather than a chore!
Gardening is more than just a soothing hobby, and is actually a great way to sneak in some gentle exercise and burn off a few calories if you’ve had an extra biscuit or two you’re feeling guilty about! It’s also an ideal way to get fresh air and a vital dose of vitamin D, and feeling those both of these on your skin can do wonders for your general mood.
Of course, certain garden activities are more strenuous than others (digging up weeds will likely tire you more than pruning would) and some may be out of reach entirely due to mobility reasons (difficulty bending down to flower beds, for example).
As a leading supplier of mobility equipment in London, we know the best thing you can do in these situations is to keep things small and manageable, and to enlist the help of others when need be, whether that be for larger jobs, or to fetch and carry things. If you’re able to go back and forth in your garden using a walking aid, then that’s fantastic! Just know your limits and don’t feel any shame in asking family or friends to mow your lawn for you!
Ultimately, whether gardening is the right choice for you is a very personal decision that depends on your circumstances, including what your mobility issues are, how you manage them, and how much support you have from others. If you want to garden and think you can manage certain tasks safely, then you should certainly give it a go! However, if some things are beyond you, then there’s nothing wrong with letting someone else do the work while you enjoy the benefits!
