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This blend of stretches and meditation can also help you get more fit. The postures you hold, called asanas, ease aches and pains. And the exercises that teach you to focus your thoughts, called dharana, can help you overcome fibro fog. Meditation keeps your mind in the present, which help you handle pain.
Viniyoga is a type that mixes deep breathing with gentle stretches. It's a great way to improve your health. You'll need to find a good teacher who knows how to work with someone who has fibromyalgia. Check with your local community center or gym. Or ask your support group, an online fibro community, or your doctor for suggestions.
This ancient practice is known as the “mother of Chinese healing,” and it's pronounced chee-gong. It combines meditation, dance, movement, and breathing techniques. Studies show it can improve energy, lessen fatigue, and ease pain. Visit the National Qigong Association's web site for more information.
This exercise helps you relax. Think of it as “meditation in motion,” with gentle, flowing movements instead of forceful actions. It can lower your stress, improve balance and flexibility, and build muscle strength. Sign up for a class at your fitness or community center.
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