I have been pushing it a lot, physically. I am not in an acute flare from fibromyalgia , PsA and/or other. this gives me the opportunity to push harder than during other times.
I've been having an overall increase in pain, due to pushing myself. However, I've decided, at least for now, that I'd prefer to be more physically fit. I am in some degree of pain every day/night. Maybe I can be a fit person with chronic pain instead of being an unfit person with chronic pain. I'm giving it my best.

I am experiencing rather severe pain as I write as a result of pushing myself. I am very fortunate that my doctors will treat me for the additional pain, while they encourage me to work on increased fitness. Even so, it's a huge challenge.

I want to mention the fact that ~Christina and I are not currently in the same phase of PsA; she is having an acute flare. I cannot do much of anything when in the state she is in at this time. Additionally, we are treated differently. I am allowed very strong pain meds and still experience high degrees of pain. ~Christina is not allowed these types of meds. I cannot imagine going through this without an strong pain med.. It saddens my heart and makes me furious!

I believe it's important to continue to speak out about people who are truly suffering, in need of treatment with pain meds. It's important to counter the idea that everyone is a drug seeker, the idea that nobody needs these pain meds and that other meds can give as much or more relief. Many buy into the idea that opioids are detrimental. Opioids are often abused, just as other substances are abused.. If a person adheres to the guidelines set by their physician, opioids are generally quite safe. These ideas are erroneous/ignorant re: severe chronic pain and the extreme suffering experienced by people in this type of pain. it is this type of thinking that is responsible for people like ~Christina left suffering, often without any relief in sight.

It's my hope that I can continue wisely pushing myself in order to gain a greater degree of fitness. We will see!

Love to All!