Exercise question/advice?

Question

I was in the hospital for awhile due to a bad flare up of Lupus. My doctors say my muscles have atrophied and I need to exercise..Ok, so Ive been doing that - starting off very small - five to ten minutes at a time - Is it normal for my whole body, especially my legs to be really shaky a few hours afterwards, I feel like my legs are going to give on me...will it go away after I exercise for awhile? Advice Please ;)

Thanks to everyone answering me so quickly! I feel alot better knowing this is normal!! ;) Oh, and Susan M - if you email me I will give you the best meatloaf recipe ever!!

Answer 1

My friend has Lupus and I understand(as best I can) what you are going through. Carol(friend)suggested that you work on nourishing your body,protein,fruit,water,water,water, as you ease into exercise. Walk,and if you are able,carry small weights,anything 2-4 lbs. She exercises her legs while in bed. Leg lifts and stretching can be done while lying down and won't tire you so easily. Also be good to your soul, get a massage,a new hair do, or, just some scented candles and some yummy bath oil. Bless you

Answer 2

Sounds like you are doing tons! It looks they've a nice existence with you as their proprietor, good performed! Also they've every different - if you happen to had a unmarried rat on it is possess you'll ought to deliver it plenty extra awareness and stimulation, however the 3 in combination is solely nice. Keep on doing what you are doing!

Answer 3

Yes, thats normal. My muscles still often do that after a really good workout. Especially if your muscles have atrophied. Your muscles are in shock, its pretty normal.

Answer 4

Yes it will your body isnt use to the demand your putting on it, but with each time you exercise you are building stamina.