I gave yoga a try...

[Pbargal]

Well tried something new this week. Went with a friend to a yoga class. She also has an autoimmune disease, we try to support each other and she thought it might do me some good. Towards the end of the class vertigo hit my stomach and head was up set and the ground was my friend. It lasted for hours. I'M not sure why it waited to hit and if that is what vertigo is. No more yoga for me I can't take that feeling.

[jimeka]

At least you gave it a try. I keep meaning to give yoga a go but always have an excuse. I have bought a Pilates DVD , it's still in the plastic cover. Sorry it had that affect on you, I hope the sensation doesn't last too long. Cheers Jimeka

[AngieRowe]

Lol, I got a yoga video , it's not out of cellophane yet but only had for 3-4 months..😂😂😂

[Pbargal in reply to AngieRowe]

Y'all are to funny

[CalfeeChick CommunityAmbassador]

Sorry you had to go through that. Perhaps walking in a pool or swimming some laps would be nice if you are going to a gym. I seem to have allot of fatigue, but try to get in the pool once a week.. it's the only time my feet and legs feel good!

[WAshingtongirl]

I asked my physical therapist at the MS Clinic about yoga. She said she thought Tai Chi would be better for me because of my balance/vertigo problems. That was 6 months ago. Wish I could tell you about my experience with Tai Chi, but I have yet to find the energy try it. Hmm...not quite still wrapped in the original cellophane, but might as well be. 😉

[erash]

Consider Restorative Yoga. Mainly relaxation and stretching. Not necessary to be a pretzel or keep your head below your knees. I've found it helps with my balance and muscle tightness.

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador]

Hey Pbargal at least you tried it! I'm just sorry that it didn't work for you. I dl'd an app that has chair yoga... used it once... so yeah its pretty much in the wrapper also. hope you are feeling better now.

[Pbargal in reply to Jesmcd2]

I am thanls

[Eleyne92]

I've tried to follow a few chair yoga videos online. Sigh. Too much chatter from the host. And those breathing exercises ... they're my nap cues. I'm very into the relaxation aspect. Exercise ... not so much.

I think I'll stick to chair cardio and my PT's strength program.

[gpersiani]

I do yoga twice a week in a specific class for MS. Of course it is not a normal class! We never go upside down and do most of the exercises lying on the floor. We also do a lot of breathing and streching on the floor.

It s normal that if you do yoga in a "normal" class it doesn't work for us!

[greaterexp]

I've read that yoga could be helpful, so I'm sorry it doesn't work well with your symptoms. I wonder if you might be able to modify it to your needs. I'd ask the instructor, if you're willing to try again.

Right now, even yoga sounds like a lot of work! Maybe some day!

[Cunning100]

So sorry to hear that....I try to practice yoga two to three times a week...I go to a normal studio and take gentle, beginner, yin and restorative classes....maybe you can try it again...both the stretchs and the meditative aspects of yoga are very helpful to me

[mskleva46]

I was diagnosed in 1998 and started yoga for people with MS in 2006. I go every Sunday and do "gentle yoga" at home three times a week. I think you have to do what works for you - whether it's restorative or chair or gentle yoga. The MS yoga teacher always tells us to go at our own pace and do what we can - whatever works for us. Keep trying. It really works once you find the right balance for you.