Modified exercise program help

ILiftHeavyAcrylics

Having lupus comes with serious joint pain throughout my body-- from my ankles, knees, hips, spine, shoulders, and elbows, to my wrists and hands. My doctor has told me that I can walk, swim, or do very light stretching exercise like maybe pilates or yoga. I have been walking, but now that it's winter I'd like to get a DVD to do inside (the cold makes my joint pain worse). I know some of you guys have limited mobility as well and I was wondering if someone could recommend a low-key exercise program for me to get started. I used to be very good at pilates but then my joints got a lot worse and I had to stop. Now that I've been walking I think I can do it again but I want to start slow. I'm open to anything low-impact that allows for modifications. Any thoughts or programs you've tried? (I have a stationary bike but I can't use it or any other machine right now-- I'm staying in the guest room at my parents until my husband is stationed and they don't want an exercise machine in the house) Thanks!

ILiftHeavyAcrylics

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liftingbro

I know you're looking more for a DVD or something like that but have you considered trying an elliptical machine?

spottedlee

Have you tried water aerobic classes? I take those several times a week and I see many people do what they can do,,, It is very easy on your joints. If you don't belong to a gym, many public pools offer it.

ILiftHeavyAcrylics

my husband has an elliptical-- but right now I can't use it because my parents won't let me have the machines in their house.

I'd love to take one of those classes but they aren't offered in my community. No pool either.

spottedlee

my husband has an elliptical-- but right now I can't use it because my parents won't let me have the machines in their house.

I'd love to take one of those classes but they aren't offered in my community. No pool either.

Oh bummer! If I can think of anything, I will let you know.