I am in my 3rd bout of PMR. My first was in my 50’s and I was an avid exerciser. My rheumatologist at that time said I should do range of motion exercises, but no weights over 2 pounds due to risk of tendenitis. I continued with aerobic classes, walking rather than running, light weights. I did get tendonitis twice from overdoing and benefited from Physical Therapy. I am now 73 and on my 3rd bout of PMR. I walk 60 minutes a day and do an on-line aerobic class with light weights 2-3 times a week. I think the range of motion exercise is really good, but I have avoided heavy weights. I have talked with physical therapists, but I often have to explain what PMR is.

I am just starting to exercise again. I am weaker than I was and some things still hurt a bit but I am taking it slow. Most of my pain (I am on 10 pred.) is in my knees and thighs when I try to kneel or get up from a kneel. Before prednisone I could not get up or down at all, but now I can. I am trying to respect my limitations and not forget that I'm not 40 anymore! I think your idea of a recovery plan is the way to go.