Exercising in a wheelchair

Bonkerz1
on 12/15/16 10:19 pm
VSG on 06/12/16

hey guys I had wls 6th December 2016.  I'm a wheelchair dependent amputee with a right arm that also has limited strength. Any ideas for fun exercise. I race a circuit around my lounge dining room hallway. I just need motivation as exercise was never my strong point and I want that to change.

most appreciated

Gwen M.
on 12/16/16 11:51 am
VSG on 03/13/14

Congrats on your surgery.  If possible, I would recommend that you get an appointment with a physical therapist, or a personal trainer who specializes in clients who are wheelchair dependent.  

I'd be hesitant to give you advice on this because of your unique cir****tances, lack of comprehensive knowledge, and fear that I'd give you bad advice.  I think that you could make a good case for getting professional assistance and a professionally designed exercise program that can address all of your needs.  

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-Flo-
on 12/16/16 7:17 pm
DS on 04/11/16

I couldn't agree more with Gwen. Go with a pro. I would recommend at physical therapist over a personal trainer, and hopefully your insurance will pay for the PT. 

tattitude
on 1/3/17 9:58 pm

Is there a reason you are wheelchair dependent?  Is there a reason you can't have a prosthetic leg?

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Bonkerz1
on 1/4/17 1:14 am
VSG on 06/12/16

Yes there is. Its was a traumatic high amputation. Blah blah. Long story. Have you got some exercise ideas? Happy new year.

tattitude
on 1/4/17 9:16 am

I don't know if this will work with your situation or not but I found this site awhile back.  They have videos for sale but there are some video clips that could give you the basic ideas to work with.   I hope it can help you.

 

http://www.chairacise.com/videos/

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