Exercise

[whit]

i have had a bad year with sob, i can only walk about 100yards before resting, i am going to try the re hab exercises, it is going to be hard work for me but i know it will help, my question is ,can i spread the exercise over a couple of hours or do i need to do them straight off, thanks now for any replies.

[Vindicatrix]

Hi Whit, we have different health problems, but my advice before engaging in any exercise, would be to consult your GP or Consultant.

In my experience exercise benefits most conditions. When I was first diagnosed with CLL I was told by my Consultant that if I exercised regularly, I would have better outcomes, if operations or treatments were needed.

There is evidence to suggest that quality of life and perhaps even , a lengthier life, is possible as a result of regular exercise.

Once you have discussed the subject with your GP, along with the facts relevant to your particular condition. They may suggest particular exercises you should do, and ones you should refrain from doing.

Then it's up to you, to find out what exercise you want do, and to what level you want to do it at. I would suggest starting off slowly, if you are not used to doing exercise. then working up to a level you can sustain, regularly.

As you have lung problems, I would also think about slow deep nose breathing. Their is a lot of good scientific information on the Internet, regarding this subject, which is particularly relevant to those with COPD or other lung problems.

I wish you all the very best in whatever you do. Ron

[peege]

I guess it depends where you're doing the Pulmonary Rehabilitation course whit.The one I did in 2013 (cripes, 10 years ago😳) the physiotherapists running tge course were brilliant at allowing the participants to work to their own levels. There were people on O2 & some chairbound. All were monitored very well too. ...the sessions were strictly one hour of exercise, tea & biccy break then education section where we were encouraged to ask any questions . Hope yours turns out as well as mine did. Good luck

[whit in reply to peege]

just at home, i did them regular at home until xmas /new year, i was in hospital with pneumo thorax and water in lung , haven't been good since then,

[peege in reply to whit]

Ah I guess you can do at you own pace whit. I'm sorry to hear about your pneumo thorax and troubles and really hope you improve over time 🙏

[leo60]

I would do them at your own pace and as you get fitter, you will get quicker 😊 any exercise is better than none. Good luck xx

[Badbessie]

Basically check with your GP first before starting. My physiotherapist stated any exercise is better than no exercise. If spreading it out over the day works for you then do it. There are various videos on YouTube for people with COPD which you can do sitting on a chair or others which you can do standing. Build up slowly and pace yourself.

[Shonkie]

Sorry to hear of your troubles. Clearly I do not know your situation but have you been checked thoroughly for a lung infection or possible heart issues? A GP visit would be a good start

[Trishe]

Hi Whit, I have copd too, and run a group for this, my advice would be start off slowly and build up gradually, just maybe repeat each exercise up to 5 times 3 if you get out of breath quickly, maybe doe each one for 30 seconds, and get your breath back before attempting the next exercise. Hope this will help you.Good Luck

Trish

[Alberta56]

I'd say spread the exercises out and do them very gently, being a bit more active once you feel able. Do them regularly, even if at first they don't seem to make much difference. Good luck.

[suzy-lou]

HI Whit,

Yes it is difficult to get going, especially on your own when the worry is how much you should be pushing yourself. Agree with all the advice so far but I'm sure you would benefit from the Pulmonary Rehabilitation sessions. Ask your GP/ respiratory nurse about referring you.

I attended locally and it was brilliant. It gave me confidence and I was quite a surprised how much I could do in a controlled environment. Since finishing the 6 week course, I feel able to do the exercises at home on my own and have something to aim for.

The discussion sessions each week after the exercises were very enlightening and informative and it was good to be with people who were also coping with lung problems.

Best of luck and hope you are able to get help soon. Much love. Suzy