The following exercises are done standing with “soft” knees—straight, but not locked. Use the back of a chair or other stable object as needed for balance. Hips Side to Side 1. Stand with feet about shoulder width apart, keeping knees “soft” throughout the exercise. 2. Shift weight to the right foot, then the left. Move […]
By Mary Ann Wilson, RN The following exercises are designed especially for those with fibromyalgia, who are just beginning an exercise program. Gentle range-of-motion exercises can provide the foundation for a more active exercise program down the road. Initially, only a few repetitions (not more than 5) of any one exercise should be done at […]
SEATED & STANDING EXERCISES FOR FIBROMYALGIA By Mary Ann Wilson, RN The following exercises are designed especially for those with fibromyalgia, who are just beginning an exercise program. Gentle range-of-motion exercises can provide the foundation for a more active exercise program down the road. Initially, only a few repetitions (not more than 5) of any […]
