MH,ME, Muscle and stamina

Maz

Hi everyone,

If there is anybody that can help I'd really appreciate it.

OK. Basically, I had an episode of mental health problems lasting about 5 months.I took 4 mnths off work but had to go back due to financial reasons but was nowhere near ready to re-enter the workplace. During this time I pretty much slept, didn't really eat properly and now have a weight loss which has left me with muscle loss. I also have the addded disadvantage of chronic fatigue syndrome.

I would like to start building myself up again physcially but the lack of muscle (and energy!) is a big factor in holding me back.

Is there anybody who has been in a similar position and can offer any advice please?

summerlady_2

What about walking for short periods, gradually building up the time/speed/distance as your strength improves?


You could also try some of the chair-based "strength and tone" type exercises on youtube.


Or this
http://sixtyandme.com/gentle-yoga-for-seniors-videos/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=home_sidebar&utm_campaign=yoga_owned


There is so much out there on the internet, have you tried looking for exercises specifically designed for people with ME


Found this


http://www.cdc.gov/cfs/management/managing-activities.html

UKTigerlily

Hey! It's great you're able to get back to things. Not any advice but I have two severe mental health problems, spent years sitting around doing nothing and got to 21st. I ended up hiring a Personal Trainer (you can get group sessions and semi private too sometimes), this was due to me being unable to go alone but realising I was letting the mh stop me do one thing I enjoy and also similar issues to you

I think the GP does exercise on referral too, so could maybe refer you to classes with health professionals overseeing it (if this is your thing)

I did a lot of circuits and small weights at first but now do deadlifts, bench press, squats and leg press, amongst other things and love it. I have gained muscle and lost at one point 6st 5 (had a slight relapse for ten months so gained some back, but am losing that again now)

Best of luck x