Exercise for the Disabled

[Melting Michele 4]

I'm curious to know if there are any more people out there that are disabled and can't exercise regularly. I have disc degeneration (a lot)... spondylosis of the spine..... many bulging discs..... and... if that weren't enough..... I have Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease.... an auto immune disease.... like Rheumatoid Arthritis.

I'm down 43 pounds and three months post op.

I'm afraid that I am not losing weight as much as I should be..... but I do have loose skin and that is also a concern.

Any help... or support .... would be greatly appreciated.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Your weight loss is fine. Do not compare yourself to others. If you google there are exercises that can be done in a chair or in a pool. If you are still unsure call your doctor and get recommendations.

[Miss Mac 6,262]

David Stamps has several videos (both Youtube and for purchase (I get mine through Amazon). I have Chair Tai Chi, Chair Boxing, Chair Salsa, and Exercises for the Bedridden. He has others.

Same as you, my weight loss has been slow because my ability to exercise consistently is hindered by spinal collapse and nerve damage. I also have Leslie Sassons Walk Your Belly Flat. That is my favorite one because I can either follow along by walking through the house, or on a bad day - in place within my walker frame.

I also have a few chair exercise videos formulated for senior citizens. There is quite a variety available.

[CanyonBaby 1,852]

Try "Sit and Be Fit". On PBS in my area, on DVD, as well. Good luck!