Medical Conditions

Exercising with: Osteoporosis, arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity

It is understandable that you may be concerned about exercising with a medical condition.

is it going to make me worse?
is it going to cause more pain?
my balance is not good enough
i'm too weak to exercise
what type of exercise is good for me?
will the trainer be qualified to work with my condition?

The good news is that I am expertly qualified to choose and conduct the correct exercise format for you and can advise that there are several benefits to be gained which will improve your condition.

Osteoporosis

resistance training can stop progression of osteoporosis
exercise improves joint mobility adding to protection against injury
exercise and streching improves balance

Your program may typically include muscle-strengthening exercises include lifting light weights and balance or flexibility routines and weight bearing exercises in a safe and careful manner.

Arthritis

exercise will reduce pain
reduce depenance on medication
help regain independance

But what about my knees? Yes, it does sound counterintuative but exercise can actually lessen and relieve arthritis pain including stiffness and swelling.

Your programme may include resistance training, low impact weight bearing exercises and stretching.

Diabetes

exercise improves the action of Insulin
alongside some nutritional changes exercise can potentially reverse type 2 diabetes
reduces the chance of obesity

Cautions and guidelines will be followed when preparing a programme avoiding certain exercises where applicable.

High Blood Pressure

exercise can help lower blood pressure and stress levels
brings about a feeling of well-being and confidence that may allude you after a diagnosis or an MI.
makes regular daily activities easier

Cautions and guidelines will be followed when preparing a programme avoiding certain exercises where applicable.