- Joined
- Apr 30, 2005
- Messages
- 42,064
Happy new week all!
Rod, so glad to hear the pain has eased a bit and thats great news you got back in the gym
It can be much more of a challenge to workout when you have health problems as some of us well know. I have my back troubles and I know Marcy has knee issues, indeed there are a few of us with these types of conditions. It can be more difficult to workout when you have chronic pain or health issues but it still can be done. Keeping your body as strong and fit as you can is really helpful to control pain and I find it makes me feel better in so many ways, both physically and mentally. I can''t do crunches, heavy weights or anything that involves twisting, but I can do cardio and some weights so I stick to what I CAN do and don''t worry about what I CAN''T do. Also twisting my spine is about the worst thing I can do with my back condition so I try to avoid that where possible.
It is a balance and so important to know your own body, pain triggers and tolerances. It is extremely unwise to workout if you are in real pain - it is crucial to listen to what your body is telling you; whether you need to rest or if a little gentle exercise might help. But above all if you are in any doubt it is far better not to risk it.
A few years ago I never thought I would be able to stick to any type of exercise regime as even walking was difficult for me at times, but nowadays I am stronger and fitter than ever, this I have achieved through patience, learning my limitations and sticking with it. As with eating, I no longer expect perfection but the difference is now I don''t beat myself up if I miss a few workouts as I always get back to it once the pain or circumstances permit.
Have a great week
Rod, so glad to hear the pain has eased a bit and thats great news you got back in the gym
It is a balance and so important to know your own body, pain triggers and tolerances. It is extremely unwise to workout if you are in real pain - it is crucial to listen to what your body is telling you; whether you need to rest or if a little gentle exercise might help. But above all if you are in any doubt it is far better not to risk it.
A few years ago I never thought I would be able to stick to any type of exercise regime as even walking was difficult for me at times, but nowadays I am stronger and fitter than ever, this I have achieved through patience, learning my limitations and sticking with it. As with eating, I no longer expect perfection but the difference is now I don''t beat myself up if I miss a few workouts as I always get back to it once the pain or circumstances permit.
Have a great week