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Posted 1/27/2014 9:41 PM (GMT 0)
Just a little cheer! I have been SO impressed and inspired by those of you who have been able to keep with an exercise plan!!! I have been so scared to start. I'm only a week in... but so far, so good! I figure I hurt anyway... maybe as well try to strengthen up and hurt, right? :)

Jen
Posted 1/27/2014 9:44 PM (GMT 0)
Way to go, Jen! I need to get back on track with my activity and eating, as I've been a bit lazy (well, just crazy busy, maybe) and my body is whining.

You just inspired me (and likely others). You go, girl! Let us know how things are going. :)
Posted 1/27/2014 9:53 PM (GMT 0)
Slow and steady!

Pay attention to your body. You will learn what your limits are. The only thing that happens if you go too far is you will need to back it down the next time.

Low impact!

Good on YOU!
Posted 1/27/2014 11:19 PM (GMT 0)
I too just started again a couple days ago. Finally feeling good enough to try it again. I agree with starting slow. If I do too much too soon, I get all my flu like symptoms coming at me at full force and it will last for weeks. It is very scary every time I start exercising, not knowing how far I can push it before it comes back to bite me, but giving it a go anyway......
Posted 1/28/2014 12:20 AM (GMT 0)
Jkn913,
Congrats! Your thought was my thought several years ago. I'm going to hurt regardless, so I should at least look good in my suffering. Lol. Slow slow slow at first but you'll find your groove and hopefully you hurt less doing it. I know it has helped me. I may not be able to do p90x but by golly I will look amazing by swim season. Congrats and keep at it!! yeah
Posted 1/28/2014 1:18 AM (GMT 0)
That's great, Jen! I hope you can keep going without bad repercussions.

Unlike Michael, I'm afraid I'll never again look good by swim season ;) but one thing for sure, I always feel better if I get my walking in, and keep somewhat active every day.

Debbie
Posted 1/28/2014 7:01 AM (GMT 0)
It really does help with the pain. I feel less tight in the muscles and tendons afterwards. I noticed I am more flexible. You will know what is too much. It's a learning lesson for sure. Lol
Posted 1/29/2014 8:09 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for all of the support!!! So far, I'm doing ok. The swimming is hard but I really limit myself. The pilates, too ... Really easy, I stretch during the parts I know will hurt. Foolishly did push ups Monday night and walked around with my arms pulled to my chest all day Tuesday. I knew better. ;)

What's really getting me though is abs. Wow. For several days it feels like they are bruised every time I move....funny how it makes you so aware of when you use your abs in everyday motions. ;)

The days I work out, I hurt. I crash and sleep fitfully that night. The next day I hurt. I rest...easy days. Then the next day, do it again. The symptoms aren't scary anymore because I know what they are. Amazing what becomes your normal, huh?

But the abs....yikes!
Posted 1/29/2014 8:11 PM (GMT 0)
PS ... Trying to explain/describe the difference between lactic acid build up (normal soreness post exercise) and this is interesting. So hard to articulate it! ;)
Posted 2/1/2014 9:31 AM (GMT 0)
Sounds like your doing great. Keep it up!
Posted 2/1/2014 1:37 PM (GMT 0)
Congrats!! It really us hard to start with the worry if the pain will get worse.

My neurologist said 20 min cardio 3x per week something like 80% of resting heart rate??

I have started exercise again. I'm up to 5days a week 30 min. Elliptical . And some weight training . I do feel better

Keep up the great work!!!
Posted 2/1/2014 1:41 PM (GMT 0)
when I was at my best I had a program of swimming, stretching, and water aerobics. It really does help.
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