If you have the chronic condition Fibromyalgia, you might logically conclude that there is nothing you can do by way of exercise. You conclude this because you are in constant pain, your mobility might be compromised and your self-esteem and morale might also be at rock bottom. However you would be wrong. There is a whole range of exercises that you can do and one of them is Pilates.
Pilates is one of what I call my super exercises and I manage to do it while living with Fibromyalgia. First of all, let's be clear, there is no exercise plan that you should take on that is outside of your ability and your level. Whatever you decide to do by way of exercise, it must always be at your pace.
Pilates works for Fibromyalgia suffers because it is an exercise method that is designed and developed to help you physically and mentally. These two approaches are great for people suffering with Fibromyalgia, since the chronic condition impacts so heavily on our physical abilities and our mental abilities.
Pilates is a low impact exercise regime which makes it ideal for Fibromyalgics. There is no constant bounding and jarring to irritate and cause more pain to an already pained body and mind. You work the body through stretching and conditioning, which are all vital to strengthen joints and keep that important flexibitly. Let's face it, how easy is it to just sit in a chair and hold yourself when the pain is with you? With Pilates you are able to pace yourself and strengthen and move forward slowly.
With all this is mind, how great would it be to have your own personal Pilates programme that you could download to your own computer, mp3 player or burn to disc? You could vitally go at your own pace in the comfort of your own home. Which is a great start if you are suffering with mobility issues.
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