| Re: Advice needed about a good cardio routine
Wow, sorry to hear about all of your health issues.
My two cents. First, when you're not use to a new machine (or new exercise), it will be more challenging at first.... your body has to get accustomed to the new training stimulus... meaning it's trying to make new neuromuscular connections and use different (perhaps unused and weaker) muscle fibers. So yeah, I'm sure you'll be able to work up to it eventually.
Also, your form while doing cardio can have a lot to do with how fast you fatigue. Be sure to use good efficient form when moving.
Also, do you weight train? I don't know if your doctor is against it or not.... but the discomfort or pain you experience during cardio work may be due to muscle imbalance. Meaning muscles are moving (or pulling) your joints and bones into a position that is aggravated when doing long duration repetitive movements (such as when doing cardio)
Another thing I may suggest is a a thorough static stretching program. This will help with any tightness you may be experiencing and help to alleviate some of your pain. Always, do stretching when your body is warmed up, like at the end of a cardio session.
Finally, massage is always good for your muscles, bones, joint, and connective tissue. You should give that a shot, too.
That's it... I hope this helps!
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