I hyperextended my thumb in an accident and did quite a bit of ligament and tendon damage. As a result, I developed DeQuervain's Syndrome that has gotten progressively worse over the years.
As for my legs, good question. While I was pregnant with my middle daughter, I developed swelling in my lower legs and ankles. It never really subsided and got worse with each successive pregnancy. I was on lasix for all of last year with minimal success. I drink a gallon+ of water a day, so hydration is not an issue. They ran tons of tests but could not find a solution. Do not get me wrong, I am very overweight, but the swelling is excessive. I can do all leg exercises and could lay and do leg lifts for hours--they do not phase me. I played three sports in high school--soccer, softball, and basketball--but I have always struggled with me weight.
I do need to get out and walk more, but the weather and my cold have not been conducive to that. We are supposed to have a nice day tomorrow, so here's hoping!
I finally got a sitter arranged and will be joining a gym this weekend. I will only be able to go three days a week, but it is better than nothing. Hopefully, I can maybe get my mom or D17 to watch them another day or two.
So, what do you recommend for me to do at the gym? I need all over toning and weight loss.
Living God's blessigns with grace and dignity~ SMW
OK, that's what I thought about your wrist. Well, first you say that you are very overweight? You must get your diet in check first thing! Second, in the gym GO SLOW to start! Stick with your core lifts, I can draw a program up for you if you would like. Third, Cardio, IMPORTANT, IMPORTANT, IMPORTANT! Now when I say CARDIO, for you right now, I mean WALK. Do what you can to start, then increase it. Don't even think about trying to run yet.
