Finally getting some pain relief

So after many doctors visits, trying a few different medicines (still waiting to see if they work), physical therapy 2x a week, starting a workout plan with a personal trainer, seeing a new therapist who deals with fibro patients, I found something which gives me some relief. Believe it or not I experienced relief today at the end of a gentle yoga class. Who knew? I am pushing myself to live a life to the fullest through this pain. Can't wait to go back to yoga this week!

I incorporate some yoga moves in with stretch and strenghthening exercises on the floor...it helps back and hips...

I think it also brings awareness to your breathing which is great for us with fibro..

Oh yes!
Yoga is wonderful I think. I have done it since the 70's. I walk and/or ride a bike every morning and then do a stretching/yoga program. It is amazing how much better it makes me feel.

It is important to do it correctly. I started with a trainer and I do very gentle poses on days when my pain is really bad.

Hi Sherrine:

Glad to read that you are being helped with yoga.

Take care. Loring

That is great! I've gotten a lot of help from Tai Chi which is also really gentle. I think that anyting that helps us keep moving is great. Focusing on your breathing which you do with both is really good for pain control!