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Originally Posted by bluebicycle
I have poor balance as well from my meds when they kick in, but I walked before I took my meds yesterday and I was fine. I'm not sure if that is the case for you, but that's just my specific situation. Is the balance thing all the time or only after you take your meds?
You could try an indoor stationary bike. I'm blanking out on the exact name because there are multiple types of stationary bikes, but I mean the ones where you sit-up perfectly straight rather than lean back.
You could also do light weight training. I promise you won't become a hulking beast. See this fit girl who is thin, but EXTREMELY strong from weight training:
No bulging muscles. Just lean and fit. She does calisthenics and some weight training. Lifting weights should be ok for you, I think. I would just start off with 5 lbs weights, do some pushups, do some crunches, etc.. That'll burn fat because muscle needs the calories from fat and your muscles will start chewing up the fat. You'll probably get sweaty and your heart rate will go up as if you were doing cardio if you do the weight training without many breaks. |
Thanks for your reply, blue. Yes, that odd "off balance" sensation is always present. Man, do I dislike it. For example, for years & years I was a bicyclist. Then I had an off-balance feeling, fell, and knocked out my front tooth. UGH. I was very lucky not to break bones in my face; at least the tooth could be replaced. So...I stopped cycling
. I sure miss it.
I was also a weight-lifter. I actually did get "buffed out"! I loved it; I was very proud of myself. Unfortunately, I caught a heavy glass refrigerator door that fell of its hinges at work (cafe). Tore my rotator cuff (shoulder), had to take a year off on disability, and the physical therapists I saw told me to stop weight-lifting (also the pain was too severe to continue). Bah. I was so disappointed!
However, I like what you suggested about light weight-lifting! I have not thought of that before & it is something I believe I would enjoy, plus it doesn't have the risks involved with the off-balance sensation. I feel excited...I can definitely get some light weights and give those a try.
I still do yoga and stretching, which I enjoy. And I dance around my living room (I was a ballet dancer way back when, before I gained weight from meds).
I'd love a stationary bike, but cannot use one because I live above other tenants.
Light weight-lifting and walking, though - those are 2 excellent options.