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How do I relearn not to push myself when exercising? I've exercised all my life & as an exerciser you know to push yourself to make gains.

A MGteam Member asked a question 💭
Ontario Canada
October 20
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A MGteam Member

Ah, yes, heat is not our friend!
I must keep reminding myself to be thankful to be able to move & & exercise 🙏
I like your idea of water aerobics 😊
I walk everyday, but today, I had to cut it short, I just didn't feel I could continue, so frustrating ☹️
Thank you for sharing your experiences Annie 🤗

October 20
A MGteam Member

Yeah, Kim…I have the same issue! I was outside working one day last week, and quit when my body said to. However, that was probably 20 minutes too late! I’m limiting my outdoor efforts to 20-30 minutes and only when the temp and humidity are “tolerable”. …and that’s a rough combo in Florida. I felt fine that afternoon (after a cooldown shower and rest) but felt like exhausted overcooked spaghetti the next day. I’ve worked myself up to 30 minutes of walking most mornings- the cooler the better. My fave is pool aerobics or even walking in the pool. I don’t get too hot, and work the program.

October 20
A MGteam Member

That's awesome Carol! That is what I need to learn, to stop & not push on. I LOVE the Fall 🥰 My favourite time of year!

October 21
A MGteam Member

I used my treadmill lasted 9:30min then I stopped. I could have gone a lil more but told myself better stop now. Try again later today or tomorrow.

I also cleaned my outdoor lanai as the weather is beautiful today - felt like fall.

October 21
MGteam

Shifting that "push harder" mindset is genuinely one of the toughest adjustments for lifelong exercisers living with MG — and you're definitely not alone in that struggle.

The key reframe is this: with MG, *protecting your energy* is the gain. Consistency at a lower intensity beats one hard session followed by days of Show Full Answer

Shifting that "push harder" mindset is genuinely one of the toughest adjustments for lifelong exercisers living with MG — and you're definitely not alone in that struggle.

The key reframe is this: with MG, *protecting your energy* is the gain. Consistency at a lower intensity beats one hard session followed by days of recovery. Here are some practical ways to build a new approach:

- Start smaller than feels necessary — if a workout feels too easy, that's actually the goal at first
- Try low-impact options like walking, resistance bands, or yoga, which are gentler on your system
- Set a time limit upfront — for example, tell yourself you'll do 10 minutes and stop, even if you feel fine
- Track how you feel the next day, not just during the workout — post-exercise fatigue is a real signal with MG
- Break activity into smaller chunks throughout the day rather than one longer session

One MGteam member shared that they printed a stretching routine specifically for MG and felt relaxed afterward without draining their energy — sometimes that's the win.

Consulting a physical therapist familiar with MG can also help design a plan that respects your body's new rules while still giving you that sense of progress.

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