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Chronic Illness & Fitness Trackers (EDS, CFS/ME, POTS, Dystonia)
I have two neurological conditions, as well as a genetic condition that affects my joints, so I have to be very gentle with my exercise (no high intensity, etc). I used a JawBone for 6 months in 2014 when I lost 30 pounds, but then I developed a rash. I never replaced it because I had my appendix out and my health went…
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Chronic Illness- Medication & Weight Loss
I was wondering if anyone else was loosing weight too quickly due to medication. Do you go with it or up calories on purpose? [I have a problem with appetite, mostly.] I'm feeling very ill, so I don't count all of my calories like I used to. I was only losing 2 pounds a month or so, but then in the past few weeks, it's…
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EDS Hypermobility & Neurological Problems
Hi all! I was looking to connect with other people with EDS (I have hypermobility type) since that poses such a problem with my workouts. I was an avid exerciser for years, until something just went wrong and I got diagnosed, which explained everything! (Currently, very slow PT is the extent of my working out). I also have…
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Spasmodic Torticollis & Other Neurological Problem
Good evening! I was wondering if anyone else on these boards deals with Spasmodic Torticollis/Cervical Dystonia or other issues the require routine treatments--treatments that interfere with being active. I get shots on one side of my neck every 10-12 weeks and the week before and definitely the week after the shots, I am…
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Compliments on Weightloss - Caused by Pain - looking for Others dealing with this
I hope I'm not being repetitive, but I couldn't find anything in the search function. And I'll start with this, so I won't waste time. Please read it: I know how to be polite, so I am not looking for advice. I'm looking for other people who are struggling, too, since support is crucial in all aspects of chronic illness and…
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Setting Custom Max Heart Rate (Polar Watch)
I have a quick question for Polar Watch users. Is there a way to set it to beep when I hit or go above a certain (customized) heart rate? My doctor recommended this model and said that there was a way to do it, but didn't give me any instructions. I have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia…
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Exercise During Migraines
I searched the forums, but I don't think this has been covered. When I am having a migraine, not an extreme one, I've noticed that light exercise (like walking) can make it better, at least temporarily. I was wondering if anyone else experiences that. Also, other than walking, does anyone have tips for exercising during…
