But its important to take some precautions when exercising if you have hypothyroidism.
Heres what to do and what to avoid.
Check theAmerican Heart Associationfor a general target heart rate based on your age.
you’re able to also talk to your doctor about a target heart rate tailored to you.
She recommends slowly building to where you want to be.
You might need to adjust the intensity of exercises that previously felt easy.
Start by using your body weight and master the movement.
Thats important, becausefatigueis a commonsymptom of hypothyroidism.
Whats more, strength training promotesbone health.
Maintaining healthy bones requires thatthyroid levelsare in the correct range, says Michaels.
The thyroid hormone affects the rate of bone replacement.
Simply incorporating that movement boosts blood flow and endorphins and helps with decreasing pain, she says.
Some people can even build on that in duration or incorporate more vigorous activity.
Dont Overdo It
Marathons and cycling classes might be workouts you might enjoy eventually, but dont start there.
If you push too hard and get injured, you could risk a setback.
Dont feel compelled to build your duration or intensity at every workout, says Hamilton.
Are you sleeping well?
Pick just one: Increase either duration or intensity a little at a time, says Hamilton.
My preference is to build duration first, then think about increasing intensity, she says.
Two good examples are theAmerican College of Sports Medicineand theNational Strength and Conditioning Association.
confirm you select someone who has experience adapting exercises to clients needs, says Straub.
Do your best, but dont do things you dont have the energy or focus for, says Straub.
Hamilton says its best not to force things.
Remember to stretch and listen to your body to avoid overdoing it.
