Tips for safe exercise with multiple sclerosis
• Always warm up before beginning the exercise routine and cool down at the end.
• If you plan to work out for 30 minutes, start with 10-minute work out sessions and work your way up.
• Work out in a safe environment; avoid slippery floors, poor lighting, throw rugs and other potential tripping hazards.
• If you have difficulty balancing, exercise within reach of a grab bar or rail.
• If you feel sick or are in pain, stop.
• Select an activity that you enjoy, e.g. water aerobics, swimming, tai chi and yoga.
• MS symptoms may worsen when body heat rises, so don’t exercise during the hot time of the day and drink plenty of cool fluids.
Source: WebMD, wbmd.com
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