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iggle · Senior Member

RE: Exercise during Treatment

hrsetrdr · Guru

Hi Malcolm,

While on tx, I walked the dogs 30mins a day every day, which was about all I could muster. I've been going to the gym every other day, doing 30 minutes cardio, then around 30 minutes spread over 6 weight machines. With a recent increase in orthopedic pain, I've decreased the amount of weight, but try to maintain the same reps/sets. Even though my tx period was 1/3 of what you've endured, regaining lost muscle is still an ongoing process.

One hurdle I didn't anticipate, was having to get over the "on treatment" mentality, and just jump into the activities that I used to do without effort. I've been off tx for 6 months and have made alot of progress, but still have considerable distance to go before I feel as good as pre-treatment. I'm hoping that the next 6 months will get me closer to feeling 100% again.

Here's to your recovery, Malcolm <--<-- club soda(of course) with a twist of lime.

Cheers,

Tim

Matt Chris · Guru

I'm with you Alan, but much easier to talk than to do.

But we all need to somehow remember that getting started is the hardest part of exercising.

it's like trying to get a locomotion going , but every repetition it gets easier and the momentum carries you to the next. The mind is the hardest thing to convince , the body will follow if you can overcome the first and hardest step.

There is good research that even 90 year olds can revive muscle tone through weight lifting.

its seems impossible when we are at are weakest, so pick your exercise time wisely because the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak.

So it's mind over body that drives this necessary ingredient of better health.

It seems to be a harder battle to win as we age, so the best way is to develop a habit on a regular basis and don't depart from it.

Matt

news · Guru

I did a 36-week Incivek triple, because I was cirrhotic and was not UND at 4 weeks. But every week I could make it, I went to the YMCA and worked out. I rode 30 minutes on a stationary bike at 72 RPM, 17 MPH, for 8.5 miles, and then did 10 stations of machines for arms, legs and core. I am sure,beyond any doubt, that for me this was an integral part of my treatment. I would have failed without it. I always advocate for exercise, no matter the gender of the patient, no matter the TX or SX, no matter the VL. Heal thyself.

Alan

JoAnneh · Guru

Since Malcomb posted on exercise I have been
pushing even harder
And it helps!! My memory is still dull:)
Living life while on tx is a must. I want to capture joy
Everyday.
What if this is as good as life Ever is!
To smile or laugh daily is great medicine.
I believe the medicine casts a heavy fog of depression
over us and We can't listen to it.

I would love to ride my bike but its not in me.
A friend of mine who failed tx
sees a transplant doctor every 6 months.
He told her no matter what...stay active or it gets you!
I mentally can't take just lying around miserable
Day after day.
Alan, your grandson kept you moving too!
You are a great role model.

-- Edited by JoAnneh on Friday 15th of March 2013 11:37:40 AM

Biggyb · Guru

2willy wrote:
I am really glad this forum is here and all you people. They may be doing another transfussion and I am on Eprex also weekly. I am exhausted and when I walk any distance I am tired for two days. On the bright side did body measurements and yes I am scared at 62, I am not just going to jump back into fishing, hunting, cutting firewood and trapping. I look at my arms and legs and do see them shrinking, My waist did go down by 3" and wait down 35 lbs which is good but I can see what Malani is saying and yes I will try to drive my self a little more, maybe start back with the upper body with small weight and much rep. Anyways I hear what you are saying and hopefuly the saying their is nothing like an old fool will not apply to me this time
Bill and Family

Ditto for this 58 yr old also.

2willy · Senior Member

I am really glad this forum is here and all you people. They may be doing another transfussion and I am on Eprex also weekly. I am exhausted and when I walk any distance I am tired for two days. On the bright side did body measurements and yes I am scared at 62, I am not just going to jump back into fishing, hunting, cutting firewood and trapping. I look at my arms and legs and do see them shrinking, My waist did go down by 3" and wait down 35 lbs which is good but I can see what Malani is saying and yes I will try to drive my self a little more, maybe start back with the upper body with small weight and much rep. Anyways I hear what you are saying and hopefuly the saying their is nothing like an old fool will not apply to me this time

Bill and Family

TeddyTrout · Senior Member

Yes I been thinking the same thing, I know I have to get my body back in shape but I can bearly walk down the stairs to the couch most days. I seem to have a small energy pool and if I push my self past that I get really weary and often dry heave. My docter has been kind enough to supply with lots of Eprex for the anaemia and any other drug I might need to keep on treatment. I definatly feel much beter using the Eprex it also gives you Flu like syptems I sure glad I'm in Canada with my medical. I have promised myself that I would get my body back after the treatment as my liver will have healed it self to it's mAX EVEN iF i don't SRV. last treatment i went to a 2/3 from an 3/4. Anyways I sure have a lot of work ahead of me.

Scout · Senior Member

I started with light band exercises. Then progressed to heavier bands and then light weights. At about 6 1/2 months post I'm feeling more fit and better than I have in over 10 years.

mallani · Guru

Hi all,

At 3.5 weeks post Rx, I am regretting my inactivity during Rx. At my age, the muscle wasting is significant and even though I have more energy and want to do things, I am limited by my aching, stiff legs. I realise it's going to be a slow process but it's frustrating.

Looking back at Rx, I should have forced myself to try to walk more, especially during the 20-36 week period. After that I had no choice, I could barely stand up without feeling faint (from anaemia). I was told to do what I could- it seemed easier to sit in a recliner-chair all day, watching TV. There was every excuse not to exercise. I could not go out in the sun because of my dry, sensitive skin. I could not swim because of the Riba rash and dry skin. I was so concerned with surviving Rx, I didn't think about my leg and arm muscles wasting away.

So, for older folk doing 48 weeks, particularly on Victrelis, force yourself to be as active as possible- even though your body tells you to lie on the couch.

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