Too old too move Topic
U2228948
12/11/18
NO MORE SITTING. I have various health and body issues that have prevented me from exercising. I also have replaced knees which means I can’t kneel. I have torn rotator cuffs from picking up my grandbaby. I am looking for ideas on how to get started moving.
Dietician
12/11/18
Hi U2228948- Strong work on getting started moving! I would suggest you start with something that won't aggravate your joints. Perhaps considering checking out
Yoga or pilates or water activity AKA: Hydrotherapy. Here are 2 articles that might shed more light on these options. Finally, I have always found physical therapy to be a great resource when dealing with injuries. Perhaps getting a referral from your Primary Care doc to see PT would be worth considering. Take it slow and remember, Progress, not perfection.
https://www.mynetdiary.com/yoga-for-preventing-and-managing-diabetes.html
https://www.mynetdiary.com/the-pilates-primer.html
U2228948
12/12/18
Thanks! Not up for Pilates or yoga yet but water would be great. I’m trying to find a way to go to a pool that doesn’t cost $65 a month. I also need to find a sitter for my dad. I normally only get out on Sunday mornings for church unless someone can agree to sit with him. I’m also looking for chair yoga I can’t stream on my phone or iPad. That way I could be at home with him. Any ideas for that?
U2228948
12/12/18
Chair yoga I can stream
Dietician
12/12/18
Dear U2228948,
I have found a lot of seated exercise videos on YouTube. Here is a link with a bunch of them. Always make sure you follow your doctor or physical therapist's advice on safe exercise for you and modify as necessary.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=seated+exercise
Another program, developed by a nurse, that is quite popular, is Sit and Be Fit. Here is a link to that program. She also has DVD option.
https://www.sitandbefit.org/
Please share on forum what you found worked for you so others can benefit! You are not alone, many people find home exercise a practical option. I use Youtube for yoga when I want or need to stay home:) DVDs are great option also.
Keep moving! Brenda (Dietitian)
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