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What to do to regain my strength and energy levels
I have finished my chemo, radiation and now on hormone tablets for nearly 60days. I just cannot seem to regain my energy levels and was wondering if I should be taking a supplement. I cannot d...
If you have access to aqua aerobics I'd recommend it. I also benefited hugely from yoga and body balance/pilates classes. I found organised exercise classes worked for me (until work got in the way) as set times and group motivation made it easier to make myself actually do it. Yes, it costs, but I had the benefit of an 'open door' grant from the local sports complex that was available when I wasn't working.
In the end, I think it takes time. I'm 3 years post my last treatment and have resolved that I will never get my old energy levels back. That said, even twelve months ago I would not have imagined I would be able to be working full time (and some) now.
I can be my own worst enemy and I'd probably be better off if I was more rigorous about my diet and gave up the wine. Life is all about compromises--I've accepted that my vices cost me but that is my choice. Hang in there. Mxx
In the end, I think it takes time. I'm 3 years post my last treatment and have resolved that I will never get my old energy levels back. That said, even twelve months ago I would not have imagined I would be able to be working full time (and some) now.
I can be my own worst enemy and I'd probably be better off if I was more rigorous about my diet and gave up the wine. Life is all about compromises--I've accepted that my vices cost me but that is my choice. Hang in there. Mxx