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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Feb 13 10:20am | Replies (55)

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I started strength resistance training, impact, balance, and posture, 2 years ago when I was diagnosed with osteoporosis. I really increased the amount of workout time and the amount of effort about a year and a half ago. I was never sore after I worked out because I had a personal trainer who worked with me to make sure I wasn't doing something that was too much or too many reps. As my trainer changes my program every 6 to 8 weeks I increase the weights after I feel comfortable and or the wraps. The only time that I'm sore after a workout is if I've done too much or if I've walked too many miles too quickly. However I always warm up before I work out and stretch afterwards hopefully that's helping

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@maryandnans May I ask if you are and were taking osteo meds? I was diagnosed in '17 and have not taken them. Also never took steroids for PMR.
Lucky you to have found a good trainer. I gave up after trying 7 different Physical Therapists and a couple of personal trainers, also 1 Pilates instructor (licensed, etc) who promised she could help me put together an osteo-safe regimen. All 7 promised that but then refused when I got there in person. Very frustrating.
Living in DC metro area, one would think that was a no-brainer.
I just do the best I can, am careful and really research everything.