It is difficult enough for us to find time for ourselves, to work out, or even do the little extra things we really should do for ourselves everyday.  Add an illness on top of that and you've now doubled, tripled, maybe even quadrupled your obstacles to overcome.  But whether you are at ground zero or stacked with issues, this to shall pass.  So take the time for you. Just do it.  A Great low impact exercise that helps build confidence, strength and flexibility is stretching or yoga.  Spending time to slow down, breathe and work thru blockages will always leave you feeling like you've accomplished something.  There are many videos, classes and books to help you on the subject.  Some of the key points to remember are don't hold a pose for more than 15 secs at a time, make sure to breathe in deeply to you tummy, then exhale slowly, focus your breathing in tummy, hold your tummy in tight.  When you release your breath then stretch deeper, repeat, holding each pose for no more than 15 secs.  Thru breath control and stretching you are actually sending oxygen throughout your body, giving life to new cells while opening up your energy channels.  Stretching is a great stress and pain manager while helping your bodies ability to function at a higher capacity.

It is always recommended to consult your doctor prior to taking on a new exercise program.   Stop by and see Dr. Dionne Kellogg, Chiropractor at New Life Cool Springs in Franklin, Tennessee just 5 min from Brentwood, TN for a program designed just for you.