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[TreeClimber]

Hello everyone.

I've always been very active (running, mountain climbing, racquetball, working as a tree climber) until a work accident in May of 2012 almost killed me. I have not worked since then. The most serious lingering condition is bi-lateral paralysis of my diaphragm. My breathing is 35% of normal, which severely limits my activity. I've gone from 198 to close to 250 pounds, not surprising since most of my exercise is from the couch to the refrigerator. The gain in weight has had negative impact on quality of life as it is even harder to breath and relax. I've cut down on food intake and have stopped gaining but need more. I'm looking for ways others have accommodated exercise where they have dealt with severe shortness of breath. Another limiting factor, I can't lay or even recline onto my back. Breathing goes down to 7% and I would pass out if down for even a short time. I'm mid 50's and lost much strength during the months in the hospital and subsequent sedentary lifestyle. Open to suggestions or if anyone could point me towards related threads. Thanks.

 

[ChefChiTown]

People who have limited mobility and extreme difficulty breathing often have a hard time losing weight when they have pounds to shed. Obviously, that is mostly due to the fact that they can't get their body up and/or push themselves hard enough to burn the amount of calories needed to lose a significant amount of weight. But, that's not their fault - nor is it yours - it is just a medical issue; one of which you CAN overcome.

I'm sure your condition is not of 100% paralysis, but I do know of one link (off the top of my head) that might be of some help to you.



There are just some good ideas that you might want to skim through; ideas on how to get exercise and little things you can do with your limited ability to help you get some exercise and lose some weight.