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Gentle exercises needed

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Caroline

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After a number of operations on my feet and not being able to go far for what feels like centuries I want some gentle exercises that will help build up my core strength and stamina, and I'd like a class I can go to a couple of times a week. Swimming is out as at the moment I can't get the dressings on my feet wet. I want a mixture of standing and sitting exercises

Has anyone got any suggestions where I can look please. I do use my seated tai chi DVD, but I also need people for some encouragement and the company.
 
A good quality Exercise bike. Love mine. Does Heart rate, pulse, speed. Can adjust to going uphill & distance. Good luck.
 
I like Tai Chi. I began Tai Chi around six months after the OT gave me a couple of exercises to re-build my core strength aimed at better balance.
I do the seated version, but there is a good DVD that is done by Paul Lam that is seated but includes leg movement. That may be a good start for you, then if you like it move on to the standing version.
Your local library may have a copy, or be able to obtain a copy from somewhere. That's the least expensive way to give it a try.

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I use an exercise bike but only as it is part of the Physio following a knee replacement, otherwise I would Not do.
 
HOBIE said:
A good quality Exercise bike. Love mine. Does Heart rate, pulse, speed. Can adjust to going uphill & distance. Good luck.
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Remember you are sitting down & weight is off your feet.
 
I bought an exercise bike and I use it most days. I watch my favourite tv series while cycling on it. I have a bad knee injury so can't do too much, but have noticed I can do more. I started at 2 mins (yes I was that unfit and fat), I now do 10 mins. I want to increase that to 1/2 an hour in a few months time. 🙂
 
Lucy1976 said:
I bought an exercise bike and I use it most days. I watch my favourite tv series while cycling on it. I have a bad knee injury so can't do too much, but have noticed I can do more. I started at 2 mins (yes I was that unfit and fat), I now do 10 mins. I want to increase that to 1/2 an hour in a few months time. 🙂
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Good for you Lucy. That's the way to do it !
 
Caroline said:
After a number of operations on my feet and not being able to go far for what feels like centuries I want some gentle exercises that will help build up my core strength and stamina, and I'd like a class I can go to a couple of times a week. Swimming is out as at the moment I can't get the dressings on my feet wet. I want a mixture of standing and sitting exercises

Has anyone got any suggestions where I can look please. I do use my seated tai chi DVD, but I also need people for some encouragement and the company.
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Hi there. I'm new to this forum, a bit unsure how it works. YouTube has a good site. GLUCOSEZONE.COM. It has exercises aimed at and for diabetics. May be worth a look.
 
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