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What is Exercise Intolerance, and How Can I Exercise if I Have It?? Part 2: Exercise Induced Symptom Flare Ups
Exercise Induced Symptom Flare-Ups are what happens when someone with exercise intolerance pushes too hard in the gym. When exercise is too much for us, our system gets aggravated and over-taxed, and the body’s way of responding is to go into a flare.
What Is Exercise Intolerance and How Does It Impact Those Living With An Autoimmune Disease
This is a great question, because there is actually very little information provided to the public about exercise intolerance- and yet it is a very really thing with very important consequences, particularly for the 23 million people and counting who have been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder and want to exercise.
Why Daily Commitment To Exercise Matters, Even If It's Just For Five Minutes..
This week, Lorri, one of my Autoimmune Strong members, had a big moment and I wanted to share it with you.
When she signed up for Autoimmune Strong, she set a goal for herself of doing her Autoimmune Strong exercises every day.
Small Group Coaching!!!
Autoimmune Strong is now offering small group coaching!!!
What does this mean?? Well, it means that Autoimmune Strong will be running an online class, lead by a real live coach- and its me! That means you get private access to a personal trainer who specializes in autoimmune and chronic pain exercise. This means you can review your progress with me in real time, talk about your successes and challenges, and even get some personalized exercise modifications if you need it. Also, it means you will have a small group of other Autoimmune Strong members to support you, encourage you and motivate you- because you will all be going through the exercises at the same pace. It’s like a warm hug all around.
Why we MUST keep "climbing the ladder" to get stronger!
Why We Must “Climb The Ladder” to Get Stronger?
Now, I know what you are thinking. She wants me to climb a ladder??? She’s crazy!!
And you are right. I am crazy sometimes. But no- I don’t want you to climb an actual ladder.
5 Ways to Find Time for Exercise During Your Day
I am a busy busy person. I run my own business, I have two children, a husband, a fish, and a household to care for. I have friends and family and did I say I run my own business? Well, all of those things take time and energy to manage them, and make sure they run smoothly.
4 Easy Exercises to Reduce Stiffness & Pain
We have outlined 4 easy stretches to help combat pain and stiffness associated with autoimmune disease. These small daily exercises will make a huge difference in the way you feel.
Strengthening the Core: Pelvic Floor
In this kick-off post for the Autoimmune Strong blog, I wanted to talk more about the core. Get it? An apple core? Ok, but seriously, I wanted to give you more information about one of my most essential foundations, Abdominal Bracing. And you don’t even need to be a member to learn how to do this Abdominal Bracing Technique- just download my free video by scrolling to the bottom of the homepage (click here) and you can follow along while I teach this important technique.