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Exercise cuts the fatigue of Lupus

Posted on Dec 1st 2006 6:03PM by Brian White

Filed Under: Fitness

Is regular exercise good for fighting all kinds of ailments? Supporting your cardiovascular system, bones, muscles and many other systems is never a bad thing. But what about exercise helping fight arthritis and lupus pain?

Those that face fatigue from an immune system disease such as lupus, multiple sclerosis (MS) or rheumatoid arthritis may find it harder than normal to walk, bike or perform other low-impact aerobic exercise. But, if you can do it, these exercises may reduce your fatigue according to Australian researchers.

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Sherry 12-03-2006 @ 8:41AM

I agree completely with this article. In the 30 years of dealing with the disease have I realized improved stamina, weight loss and management and overall wellness when I incorporated exercise into my daily routine. My drive was a diagnosis of early onset osteoporsis about 6 years ago, and now my last scan revealed good bone density. The hardest part is getting started, especially for those who have more serious symptoms of lupus, I would believe. I started a little at a time--focusing on quality not quantity; I did not feel guilty if I could not complete a routine--my goal was to try a little more each day. And when my body said "no way," I listened--but really tried to focus on keeping the workouts going. My goal was wellness--that is the most important part for me. As a result I have lost 30 pounds, kept it off and have had the good fortune to reduce my meds to the lowest levels since diagnosis. Find what you can do and love--mine are walking, water aerobics, yoga, pilates, freeweights and stability ball.