In fact, you don't have to play a sport or sign up for a gym. Even a simple walk will greatly benefit you.
What are the benefits of exercise?
- Strengthen Muscles: Exercise can help increase muscle strength, endurance, and overall fitness.
- Improves blood pressure control: Exercise has been shown to help lower blood pressure and improve its control, reducing the risk of complications such as stroke and cardiovascular events.
- Lowers the level of blood lipids: Exercise has been shown to help lower cholesterol and triglycerides, making our hearts stronger and healthier, and reducing the likelihood of cardiovascular problems.
- The patient sleeps better: Regular physical activity improves the quality and duration of our sleep. As a result, the patient's mood is enhanced, his cognitive function is improved and his overall well-being is improved.
- Better weight management: Exercise helps maintain a healthy weight or achieve weight loss goals, increases calorie expenditure, and improves metabolism.
- Improves mental health: Regular exercise reduces symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. It also helps the patient to maintain their independence, to fill their energy levels and to improve their quality of life.
What type of physical activity is appropriate for patients with Chronic Renal Failure?
The best type of exercise for patients during hemodialysis is low-impact aerobic exercise and resistance training. These types of exercise are gentle on joints and muscles while still providing significant health benefits.
Some suitable options include:
- Walking
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Football and Basketball
- Using resistance bands and lifting weights
- Stretching
When should a Chronic Renal Failure patient stop exercising?
A Chronic Renal Failure patient should stop exercise and seek medical attention if they experience any of the following symptoms:
- Chest pain/discomfort
- Intense shortness of breath
- Dizziness
- Fatigue or weakness/asthenia
- Severe pain in the joints and muscles
- Nausea
Is it necessary to consult my doctor before starting?
Of course! Your doctor will evaluate your medical history and your needs and will guide you on the type of exercise you can choose, the time you will devote to it as well as the intensity with which you can exercise during a session.
A few tips to make it easier to choose the right physical activity for you:
- Select an activity that you find interesting. Dealing with something we like and are excited about is the ideal motivation to continue what we started.
- Incorporate exercise into your schedule gradually. Take some time to start, maybe 10 or 15 minutes, to give your body a chance to get used to it.
- Choose a loved one to work out with.
- Track your exercise progress with a smart device. This will help you have better control over your physical condition and encourage you to continue the physical activity you started.
- Set small goals and reward yourself when you achieve them.
