RA + meds = fatigue, lack of exercise and saggy summer body _

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Sunday, April 12, 2009
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I am so anticipating warmer weather, as many of you. But I took a good look at myself today. Sadness hit when I saw the rampage that I've created trying to feel good with meds but forgetting the importance of keeping physically active. How are you coping with the impending nice weather if your body h...

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Laura
Sunday, April 12, 2009 at 08:27 PM

Amy,

I completely understand what you are saying. I work out 2-3 times a week with a our local gym and lately I ahve been so exhausted that it's all I can do to get myself to work and back. I've been trying to force myself to go, because like you, I feel so much better when I am exercising, but man it's so difficult to get myself there.

I wish everyone luck in the exhausting job of balancing weight management and their meds for pain.

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Lisa Emrich
Sunday, April 12, 2009 at 10:43 PM

The reminder to keep physically active is excellent. I've recently been attending PT sessions twice weekly (for multiple sclerosis issues) and the benefits on overall wellbeing are great. The body still looks saggy, but at least I feel better. :)

Find a good balance
Win Hai
Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 08:19 PM

Greetings

With most alaiment we focus on primary drugs and therapy which is good but missing the spiritual growth. Reccomend having a relationship with The Lord, not church, just a one to one communication in prayer or worship ( singing ) . www.hillsongs.com have free downloads

We all prayer in times of desperation but having a friend who will never leave you or depart is an awesome feeling.

Regards

winhai@ymail.com