Discover effective exercises for Fibromyalgia that can help reduce pain, improve flexibility, and boost energy levels for better symptom management.
Fibromyalgia patients need to adhere to a regular routine of fibromyalgia exercises. According to the American Council on Exercise (one of my certifying bodies) people with fibromyalgia need to avoid being sedentary. Exercise needs to be tailored to each individual. The safe and effective programs need to include moderate forms of cardio, light stretching, and strength training. As a trainer specializing in fibromyalgia, I like to add that ROM (range of motion) exercises are essential…
Why do I continue to believe in the benefits of exercise for those living with fibromyalgia and related conditions? Because of the increase of healthy neurochemicals and blood flow, the resulting increased self-confidence, and reduction in pain levels. We know through experience and through various studies that exercise is not only an essential remedy but also much different than many activities of daily living that can be difficult or even detrimental to the fibro body.…
Did you know that fibromyalgia chronic fatigue syndrome requires an additional and separate protocol for exercise? If you have both fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, then you may need to learn how to balance exercise and rest in a more specific way in order to avoid exacerbating pain levels, fatigue and increase of all symptoms. The important point here is to create balance. People with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Myalgic Enchephalomyelitis) can have a…
Joint health concerns are not uncommon for those with fibromyalgia and many have joint involvement of some kind. More people with fibro are exhibiting joint or bone density issues and a tendency towards any of the various forms of arthritis. Effectively treating joint issues requires addressing all areas, including diet, movement, lifestyle, and better sleep strategies. Joint involvement or joint disease can vary in degree depending on history, ongoing deficiency and active TRP’s (trigger points)…
Why is maintaining strength within our fibromyalgia exercise routine so important when living with fibro and its related conditions? When muscle is lost, many areas of the body can be affected, including balance, posture and agility. This can lead to de-conditioning, falls and injury. We cannot afford that. Strength and agility are even more essential as we grow older.By starting slow, and being consistent, we are giving our bodies the extra insurance needed to avoid injury.…
We know that safe and effective fibromyalgia exercise is an essential component when designing a wellness plan for fibromyalgia and its related conditions. There are general recommendations and guidelines set forth by one of my certifying bodies, ACE (American Council on Exercise) These are detailed in the Fitness Planner article here on the site, but with fibromyalgia and its primary co-conditions, I have to get a little more specific. What about some of the more specific…
I have found that the best fibromyalgia stretching exercises are more like range of motion exercises with LIGHT stretching included. This is because the fibro body is more sensitive to ‘conventional’ stretching. When people with fibro or osteo issues stretch too far, especially without proper conditioning, this can lead to Post Exercise Malaise, or worse, injury. See, this is because the fibro body has a tendency to store pain and past traumas inside the muscles, tendons, joints, etc. Yoga or other types…
Where do we start to create an individual fibromyalgia exercise program? Although there are many commonalities in the symptoms of Fibromyalgia, everyone’s fibro body IS different when it comes to fitness level, activity preference and past history. Yes, our past history is a good place to start. If you were previously a runner before your fibro intensified, and you enjoy running, it could possibly become part of your program again. This is what many of us…
By: Dr Alex Robber How do you get a remission of your fibromyalgia? Can it be even? What has contributed to other individuals or, in turn, how could the process delay? Understanding Fibromyalgia Remission Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder with body-wide pain coupled with symptoms like exhaustion, menstrual abnormalities and behavioral issues. Essentially, fibromyalgia symptoms are varied and restricting and can influence nearly all aspects of your lives. After months or years of pain, many…
By: Dr Alex Robber It’s hard for everyone to handle time. But it’s even hard to efficiently handle time because of the situation when you have fibromyalgia. It might be simple for you to keep a “to make list” or something similar when you are not suffering from fibromyalgia. However, if fibromyalgia sufferers are involved, they must be cautious and flexible in their programming. Normal people can make full use of their moment if they…