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Posted 12/24/2015 4:10 PM (GMT 0)
For the last few days, my thighs have felt sort of weak. I can walk without having any issues but I just feel a little unstable.

I recently joined weight watchers so I'm wondering if my body is just missing all of the crap I'm used to eating -because the sensation almost feels like low blood sugar.

I had a doctors appointment in October for the same concern. He did all of my blood work and everything was normal. He said it could just be anxiety.

I have felt the shaky leg thing when something scary has happened (near car accident, a dog running after me on a run, etc) but it always goes away once the fear is gone. This has just been lingering over the last few days and I'm wondering if anyone else has had this symptom that lasted this long? Feeling this way is making me anxious and I wonder if I'm just causing it myself.
Posted 12/24/2015 4:28 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Cheri,

Yes I have had this symptom many times.

I know it can be the result of anxiety...and since this time of year can be a stress managing challenge...it is probably just hanging on and being stubborn...

It also could be in combination of what you mentioned...dieting. lowering your blood sugar can also have this effect...so be sure to keep BGL'S steady between meals.

use your coping skills to get you through...and I am sure this symptom will go away as quickly as it appeared.:)

S.C.
Posted 12/24/2015 4:44 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for always being here, S.C

Just knowing others have felt this makes me feel calmer.

I really appreciate this place ❤️
Posted 12/25/2015 3:18 PM (GMT 0)
Cheri, i have had this almost all my life, fear or excitement can do it but my glucose is almost always low
below 70 when i feel this way. Peace

Larry ***
Posted 12/25/2015 3:28 PM (GMT 0)
I have it at times too when I'm not feeling well. My legs feel like rubber bands. It only seems to happen when I'm actually having anxiety and can't sit still.
Posted 12/27/2015 12:58 AM (GMT 0)
I tend to feel like my blood sugar gets low pretty often. I've had my fasting glucose levels checked and they were normal. It seems to be really bad a few hours after I eat (usually if I eat something high in carbs or sugar)

This leg sensation is still lingering. I've gone on several walks to prove to myself that I am fine and that my legs will hold me. I am trying not to think about it as much. I feel like every time I am about to stand, I think, "okay legs..will you feel normal?" (Not good. I'm probably just prolonging this symptom/sensation by thinking about it constantly).

My friend wanted to go to the gym with me tonight but I chickened out. I didn't want to do anything too strenuous.

My husband and youngest just got over a cold. My oldest came down with a fever yesterday. Maybe I'm trying to get sick and this is how my body is feeling.

Thanks for all the replies. I am glad to know this is somewhat common. I hope it goes away soon! It isn't a fun feeling.
Posted 12/27/2015 1:11 AM (GMT 0)
I hope it goes away soom to Cheri...

...I am sure it will.

I think it is a combination of all the things you mentioned, and when the rush of the holidays is over...

...and everyone is well again, this sensation will just vanish.:)

S.C.
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