Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Dear Tigger: Exercise helps! BUT, you MUST start SLOW, and build up your time (whatever it is) and DON'T push yourself. A great exercise is walking, and each time you walk, you can add a few more minutes to your time. And PACE yourself - don't feel you have to go fast - you're not exercising to be an athlete, just to keep your muscles limber and moving! Walk at a rate that comfortable for you. If you feel really horrible the next day, then you've done too much. Give yourself a day of rest, and then when you start again - cut back on your time and/or pace. Good luck with whatever you do! Smiles, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Dear Tigger: Exercise helps! BUT, you MUST start SLOW, and build up your time (whatever it is) and DON'T push yourself. A great exercise is walking, and each time you walk, you can add a few more minutes to your time. And PACE yourself - don't feel you have to go fast - you're not exercising to be an athlete, just to keep your muscles limber and moving! Walk at a rate that comfortable for you. If you feel really horrible the next day, then you've done too much. Give yourself a day of rest, and then when you start again - cut back on your time and/or pace. Good luck with whatever you do! Smiles, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 i do circuit training... almost the way I think Curves is set up... going from machine to machine ... it's okay... I get good and bad results.... I sit in the sauna too...hoping the heat will warm up my muscles to relax them some Bethany K. Wallace BethanyKWallace@...0621-7187-540 Home0152-02108-442 Cell Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 i do circuit training... almost the way I think Curves is set up... going from machine to machine ... it's okay... I get good and bad results.... I sit in the sauna too...hoping the heat will warm up my muscles to relax them some Bethany K. Wallace BethanyKWallace@...0621-7187-540 Home0152-02108-442 Cell Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Thanks. The place I would be going doesn't have a sauna. I would love one in my house... or a hot tub. Oh, well, I'm dreaming. Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Thanks. The place I would be going doesn't have a sauna. I would love one in my house... or a hot tub. Oh, well, I'm dreaming. Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Hiya Tig; I don't go to Curves, but I do use a treadmill - when I can. The trick is to start SLOW and build up from there. When I first started, I was doing 3min a day at 2.5mph ... then I worked my way up to 5min 3X/day at 3mph ... this lasted for about a month and I was feeling brave one day and pushed myself (a BIG NO-NO) ... instead of a combined 15min I did 23min (instead of 5, 5, 5, I did 5, 5, 13) that that knocked me out for a month - my Sciatica and FMS kicked into high gear and said "OH Hell NO" ... now I am just trying to start over again - I am back at 3min/day. The lesson here is that even if you feel that you are confident you can do more - increase ONLY by a minute or two - don't go crazy because FMS WILL reel you back in a NY minute. Swimming is also a Wonderful form of exercise for FMS - a heated pool is preferable as not to stiffen the muscles by the coolness of the water. **If you decide to use a treadmill at the gym or purchase your own - use only one with a cushioned deck as it is MUCH more accommodating and friendly on your knees and ankles** I made the decision to purchase a treadmill for my home, this is a very costly purchase - however, at a gym, there are crowds - which I don't do well in, and in addition to that - there may be wait times - which I don't do well with either. Additionally, when you have one at home, if you get tired, you can simply pause the timer and get off - sit down and rest and later in the day you can hop back on for a min or two - the GREAT thing about a treadmill is that it IS accumulative, so if you do 5min in the morning and 5min in the afternoon and 5min at night - that IS equivalent to 15min "workout" time. And you can face it towards your TV or turn up the stereo to your fav song and do your thing. Hope this helps. <warm hugs> Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Hiya Tig; I don't go to Curves, but I do use a treadmill - when I can. The trick is to start SLOW and build up from there. When I first started, I was doing 3min a day at 2.5mph ... then I worked my way up to 5min 3X/day at 3mph ... this lasted for about a month and I was feeling brave one day and pushed myself (a BIG NO-NO) ... instead of a combined 15min I did 23min (instead of 5, 5, 5, I did 5, 5, 13) that that knocked me out for a month - my Sciatica and FMS kicked into high gear and said "OH Hell NO" ... now I am just trying to start over again - I am back at 3min/day. The lesson here is that even if you feel that you are confident you can do more - increase ONLY by a minute or two - don't go crazy because FMS WILL reel you back in a NY minute. Swimming is also a Wonderful form of exercise for FMS - a heated pool is preferable as not to stiffen the muscles by the coolness of the water. **If you decide to use a treadmill at the gym or purchase your own - use only one with a cushioned deck as it is MUCH more accommodating and friendly on your knees and ankles** I made the decision to purchase a treadmill for my home, this is a very costly purchase - however, at a gym, there are crowds - which I don't do well in, and in addition to that - there may be wait times - which I don't do well with either. Additionally, when you have one at home, if you get tired, you can simply pause the timer and get off - sit down and rest and later in the day you can hop back on for a min or two - the GREAT thing about a treadmill is that it IS accumulative, so if you do 5min in the morning and 5min in the afternoon and 5min at night - that IS equivalent to 15min "workout" time. And you can face it towards your TV or turn up the stereo to your fav song and do your thing. Hope this helps. <warm hugs> Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Thanks Karis, I must have had huge brain fart... I have a treadmill. My brother moved it to the basement while I was in WA. He said he'd come over and help me set it up and we talked about putting a spliter on the cable so that I can have a TV in the basement too. Talk about multi tasking.... I can do laundry, work out, and watch TV. Why would I need to join curves. I also have a pair of light weight hand weights. Ya know, I think my brain got fried from the anesthesia. Thank you so much for mentioning the benefits of the treadmill. Hugs, Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Thanks Karis, I must have had huge brain fart... I have a treadmill. My brother moved it to the basement while I was in WA. He said he'd come over and help me set it up and we talked about putting a spliter on the cable so that I can have a TV in the basement too. Talk about multi tasking.... I can do laundry, work out, and watch TV. Why would I need to join curves. I also have a pair of light weight hand weights. Ya know, I think my brain got fried from the anesthesia. Thank you so much for mentioning the benefits of the treadmill. Hugs, Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Thanks Karis, I must have had huge brain fart... I have a treadmill. My brother moved it to the basement while I was in WA. He said he'd come over and help me set it up and we talked about putting a spliter on the cable so that I can have a TV in the basement too. Talk about multi tasking.... I can do laundry, work out, and watch TV. Why would I need to join curves. I also have a pair of light weight hand weights. Ya know, I think my brain got fried from the anesthesia. Thank you so much for mentioning the benefits of the treadmill. Hugs, Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Hiya Tig; You're more than welcome hon. I have free weights as well - a set of 5lb and a set of 10lb. I use those every other day. Another thing that is good for resistance and is pretty cheap are those workout bands - yanno, the ones that look like big surgical elastics? They are Excellent for resistance work as opposed to free weights where you have to apply the resistance yourself, which can be difficult to do at times with FMS. <hugs ya> Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Hiya Tig; You're more than welcome hon. I have free weights as well - a set of 5lb and a set of 10lb. I use those every other day. Another thing that is good for resistance and is pretty cheap are those workout bands - yanno, the ones that look like big surgical elastics? They are Excellent for resistance work as opposed to free weights where you have to apply the resistance yourself, which can be difficult to do at times with FMS. <hugs ya> Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 Hiya Tig; You're more than welcome hon. I have free weights as well - a set of 5lb and a set of 10lb. I use those every other day. Another thing that is good for resistance and is pretty cheap are those workout bands - yanno, the ones that look like big surgical elastics? They are Excellent for resistance work as opposed to free weights where you have to apply the resistance yourself, which can be difficult to do at times with FMS. <hugs ya> Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 I was wondering about them. Not much storage space either. Thanks again. Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 I was wondering about them. Not much storage space either. Thanks again. Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 I was wondering about them. Not much storage space either. Thanks again. Tigger Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 welcome... Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 welcome... Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 welcome... Karis Curves Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share. Tigger1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone.1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general.2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that situation better.Have a nice day everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 18, 2005 Report Share Posted April 18, 2005 I've heard good things about Curves from people who have done it. It's very fast-paced, you do a whole circuit of exercises in a half hours. I am just not into working out with people, it intimidates me! LOL. Good luck.Tigger wrote: Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share.Amy Swinderman Live aloha!__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 18, 2005 Report Share Posted April 18, 2005 I've heard good things about Curves from people who have done it. It's very fast-paced, you do a whole circuit of exercises in a half hours. I am just not into working out with people, it intimidates me! LOL. Good luck.Tigger wrote: Does anyone go to curves? Does it help or hurt your fibro? I was going 2 years ago when I was diagnosed and it almost seemed like it made my fibro worse. Any ideas or opinions. I'm going to talk with my doc about it on Tuesday. I feel like I need to do something and sitting on this couch is not it. I definitely need something. Please share.Amy Swinderman Live aloha!__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 Hi everyone! Does anyone here go to Curves? I want to join a gym...I feel so out of shape lately. I think Curves sounds interesting but I was wondering if anyone can describe what it's like. Also, I know they have a weight management program...I'm scared that they will have an eating program that I'll have to do. I really just want to up my exercise while continuing on my intuitive eating journey. I just want some structured exercise so I can start getting stronger and feeling better about myself! All new Yahoo! Mail Get news delivered. Enjoy RSS feeds right on your Mail page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 When I first joined a gym about a year and a half ago I looked at Curves, but a couple things put me off of it. One, they absolutely refused to tell me the cost over the phone - they would only reveal that information if I went in, in person, to take a tour. Another problem I had with it was that they have a limited amount of equipment set up in " stations " that everyone rotates through - you go to one machine for X # of minutes, then move on to the next while someone else moves into the one you were just on. So if, for instance, I wanted to really work on a particular body part, tough... it's on to the next station. I also didn't like that their machines are that kind with pneumatics - I know from experience that pneumatics wear pretty regularly and soon you're not doing the work you were in the be- ginning because of pneumatic decline. On the UPside, I DO know of several individuals who swear by Curves - they tout the speed of their workouts (I think it's 20-30 minutes total to rotate through all their " stations " )and they like the " chumminess " of working out with a fairly small group of people who are rotating through the same stations you are. I guess it depends on what you're after. If your primary need is some small group motivation and a time-efficient workout, than I'd say Curves is the way to go. If you need some real Cardio time and anticipate adding strength-training to your life sooner or later, IMHO it's better to look at a traditional gym. It's possible that if you need the motivation/chumminess AT FIRST, to get you in the swing of things, signing up with Curves for the smallest contract length possible might be the way to go, anticipating moving on to a traditional gym after you've gotten yourself in the habit of regularly working out. Personality has a big part in this, too. I said the couple people I know talk about the chumminess of their workouts, which for them is a plus. For me, personally, it'd be a negative - I prefer the solitary nature of a good, sweat-dripping cardio session followed by some muscle-pumping strength moves. But, on the other hand, at my gym part of what keeps me coming all the time is that I'm normally working out with the same people at the same time each day, and if someone misses a day or so the others tease them about it when they return, which is actually a motivator. So there's not a total lack of that comraderie in a traditional gym. Good luck in your search. I'd REALLY advise you to visit a Curves (they and any other gym worth their salt will give you a free workout session or two) and also visit a couple traditional gyms. Bottom line, pick a facility that is close to home and therefore convenient, eliminating at least some part of the usual excuses for not getting there. Choose the one you feel the most comfortable in (unintimidating) and the one that offers whatever it is you're really after, whether that's cardio or strength or classes or all of the above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 When I first joined a gym about a year and a half ago I looked at Curves, but a couple things put me off of it. One, they absolutely refused to tell me the cost over the phone - they would only reveal that information if I went in, in person, to take a tour. Another problem I had with it was that they have a limited amount of equipment set up in " stations " that everyone rotates through - you go to one machine for X # of minutes, then move on to the next while someone else moves into the one you were just on. So if, for instance, I wanted to really work on a particular body part, tough... it's on to the next station. I also didn't like that their machines are that kind with pneumatics - I know from experience that pneumatics wear pretty regularly and soon you're not doing the work you were in the be- ginning because of pneumatic decline. On the UPside, I DO know of several individuals who swear by Curves - they tout the speed of their workouts (I think it's 20-30 minutes total to rotate through all their " stations " )and they like the " chumminess " of working out with a fairly small group of people who are rotating through the same stations you are. I guess it depends on what you're after. If your primary need is some small group motivation and a time-efficient workout, than I'd say Curves is the way to go. If you need some real Cardio time and anticipate adding strength-training to your life sooner or later, IMHO it's better to look at a traditional gym. It's possible that if you need the motivation/chumminess AT FIRST, to get you in the swing of things, signing up with Curves for the smallest contract length possible might be the way to go, anticipating moving on to a traditional gym after you've gotten yourself in the habit of regularly working out. Personality has a big part in this, too. I said the couple people I know talk about the chumminess of their workouts, which for them is a plus. For me, personally, it'd be a negative - I prefer the solitary nature of a good, sweat-dripping cardio session followed by some muscle-pumping strength moves. But, on the other hand, at my gym part of what keeps me coming all the time is that I'm normally working out with the same people at the same time each day, and if someone misses a day or so the others tease them about it when they return, which is actually a motivator. So there's not a total lack of that comraderie in a traditional gym. Good luck in your search. I'd REALLY advise you to visit a Curves (they and any other gym worth their salt will give you a free workout session or two) and also visit a couple traditional gyms. Bottom line, pick a facility that is close to home and therefore convenient, eliminating at least some part of the usual excuses for not getting there. Choose the one you feel the most comfortable in (unintimidating) and the one that offers whatever it is you're really after, whether that's cardio or strength or classes or all of the above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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