Mobility Difficulties
If you have difficulty moving, it is hard to find the right kind of exercise program. But exercising is vital to help you feel strong and healthy and more active.
Mike Alalof has designed exercise programs specifically for your needs. He brings two kinds of knowledge:
- he is an expert fitness trainer and bodybuilder, and for many years was a competitive boxer
- he spent two years needing to rely on a wheelchair, when he first got multiple sclerosis 14 years ago
Mike's combination of empathy and experience will help you find ways to strengthen your body regardless of what mobility difficulties you may have.
He has designed exercise programs which work your whole body, but are done from a seated position. When you are seated, you can be comfortable and not have problems with balance or areas of weakness. But surprisingly enough, a good seated exercise program can deliver amazing results - your muscles are isolated when you are in a seated position, so it is easy to work on strengthening them.
| If you are just starting out, try Seated Exercise I. These exercises are adaptable to any kind of mobility difficulty. If you have trouble moving some parts of your body, you will learn how to adapt the exercises to work and develop the strength that you have. If you are in a wheelchair or use a walker, you will find the upper body exercises great for helping you have the strength to maximize your mobility. |
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| If you want a more challenging workout that combines strength training and cardio effects, try Seated Exercise To Go. This exercise routine is short and very effective. You will learn how to exercise your body effectively in short bursts you can fit into your day. |
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| If you have weakness or nerve damage, you can benefit from working out along with a group of people with multiple sclerosis - who have gained strength and flexibility from this exercise program. Seated Exercise: Class |  |