Best Exercises for Lipedema - Benefits and 5 Ways to Get Moving

[@kissybiz]

Im 63 and just found your videos 2 weeks ago. I used to be very active, mostly unsuccessfully trying to get toned legs until the pain got too bad, fat shamed by doctors when i sought help, followed by years of depression, weight gain and agonizing pain. But since learning of this disease, after the crying of course, i started carnivore, i do my cubii, my elevation pillow arrived today, my vibration plate, mini trampoline and compression leggings arrive tomorrow. Im still in a lot of pain but in just 2 weeks ive lost 9 lbs of inflammation. I feel a lot less like a stay-puff marshmellow and am seeing a tiny glimps of the real me when i was fun and excited about life. Thank you and all your followers for giving me hope. It truly helps knowing what you're fighting besides just weight!

[@joanwatkins3022]

@kissybiz. Good for you!!! I just found out that this is what I suffer from, on top of my already very fat body. I don’t go to doctors because I am so ashamed of my legs! They don’t look human😥. I am so encouraged by this woman and her followers. I am now encouraged to do what I can including using my $350 rebounder that I haven’t been using because I’m not allowed to use in my 3rd floor apt, so I have to haul it to the fitness center…. Guess I will do that. I’m starting ketogenic diet, may go carnivore eventually. Keep up the good work!!

[@universaltruth2025]

@@joanwatkins3022I spent many years feeling ashamed of my legs as well - to the point that I also didn’t want to go to the drs! Its validating to know I wasn’t alone there. I have been sort of around stage 1 since my mid 40s but it was really a lot of broken veins and capillaries that I had since having my 3rd child that really made them look terrible. I had vein surgery which has made a big difference but I now realise they’ll never truly look normal. Its really awful feeling embarrassed but sort of hiding it until you can’t.

[@barbz99]

I have a lymphaciser trampoline. Specialised for lymph related conditions. Pricey but good.👍🏻

[@kathleenthomas1971]

so glad i found your channel! this is all new to me and it's scary. I am 66 years old and dont know how the doctors let this slide all this time.

[@sheilavogel8915]

Hi Rebekah, first time viewer here! I've had lymphedema for years, and am now 69 years old. 3 years ago I purchased a Leaps and Rebounds rebounder. Love it! One thing I'd like to share, In purchasing a rebounder, you get what you pay for. I see people saying they picked one up at a yard sale...I'm glad it works for them but the cheap ones are incredibly jarring on knees and back. I've noticed that for me, I can get in a fantastic 12 minute workout and get way better results physically than walking 45 minutes. Your abs respond much better in getting a trimmer waistline, lifted rear etc. I use the Dave Hall Cellerciser 10 minute workout on busy days and it covers all muscles in the body. My dream is to own a Cellerciser, do not know it's weight limit. The bungee type, which the Leaps and Rebounds is, have a softer bounce whereas the Steel springs give a firmer bounce. I highly recommend anyone just starting out to start with the bungee type. No expensive shoes required!!!! Bare feet or the sticky bottom yoga type socks (I use the surgery socks from the hospital and beg them off friends). San Fran Fitness has some great beginner friendly rebounding workouts as it does challenge your balance if you are having issues that way. It took me 2 years to convince my daughter to buy a rebounder and now she's kicking herself that she waited so long. lol PS I didn't know that the batwing arms in one of your other videos is an effect of lipedema. Wondering if I have that also? The arms are so embarassing.

[@lorettamoton3330]

I just realized I might have lymphdema. I'm scared. After years of trying to find help I came across your videos I'm excited and afraid.

[@lorettamoton3330]

I found a lymphdema and PT clinic. I have not been Diagnosed by a doctor. Thank you for sharing your info😢

[@ileanamuntean7338]

Ordering one now!

[@ianandrissaseabolt637]

I have been working out on a rebounder for about a month. Really helps with mood you can't feel when you are bouncing. It doesn't cause pain, have seen a little improvement in size of my legs but I didn't measure. I think you could use one above another resident. The only noise mine makes is a little squeak from the coils. I got mine for $10.00 at a yard sale so I don't have the brand information. Thanks for all the information. 😊

[@elesehairston]

I really appreciate you. I’m recently diagnosed and sometimes have felt powerless. Your videos have given me hope.❤

[@tcooper802]

I took am recently diagnosed . It's very hard to deal with mentally and physically. I'm glad I found this channel cause there is not much out there. What she is doing is helping so many of us and makes us not feel so powerless anymore and hope we can get through it.

[@sturdywoman]

Thank you Elese and T Cooper! I'm so glad you're here 🥰❤

[@fromhelltocell]

How did she give you hope? By telling you to go buy yourself a trampoline?

[@tcooper802]

@@fromhelltocell Why would you watch the video , read comments , and then say something so rude and ugly? Maybe it don't give you hope , but it does to many others of us.

[@alanacreates]

I love my rebounder! I had to slowly build up time it took before my calves hurt, started at 5 mins max, but now I can go 45 mins of I'm watching a show. otherwise I usually just do 10 mins little bounce with feet not leaving rebounder followed by 10 mins low scissor steps. it also feels more comfortable if you wear tight/supportive leggings/shorts and tank top. this is the only exercise that engages your entire body at the same time, and is really great to move lymph system. note: good ones are "tuned" to give you energy. cheap ones will suck the energy out of you! so pass on that good deal at wallmart! and your neighbors won't hear you as you won't touch the floor!😄

[@lindagentry4717]

Thank you!!! I just got my vibrator plate i am 76 and realized this is what i have. I have hope in a Super Natural cure from our Heavenly Father but i will do everything i can to help myself as well ❤😊 i want to work on balance for now and muscle strength. I have gotten so weak😮😢but i remain hopeful thank you so much for your information!

[@jolynn8675]

Ok, going now to clear my rebounder and use it. Thank you for this video!

[@kamwatson6128]

Hello Rebekah xx I walk 14miles a week, it helps with my mental wellbeing and lymphatic Circulation so walking is a must. I love being in Mother Nature and seeing mother nature's beautiful colours and if course I listen to my own playlist. Also drinking Water 💦 is a must. Have a fabulous week ahead 😊 💋

[@sturdywoman]

Hi Kam! Are you a walking celebrity in your neighborhood too!? Or maybe you have more variety in your routine than I do 😂 I'm refilling my water bottle as we speak. Glad to hear you are doing well 💕

[@kamwatson6128]

@@sturdywoman hello my 😇 angel.. My legs used to swell up so badly after walking and than I had Plantar Fasciitis and than found out I had Lipedema but I forgot to mention on my orginal comment.. Ladies please make sure you wear compression to prevent swelling.. I just walk in park Rebekah or do indoor walking as weather is always terrible in London, uk x

[@sturdywoman]

@@kamwatson6128 you are so right about compression! I'm like a fish who can't see the water because it's always there! Sturdy Women, please wear compression when you exercise unless you're on a vibration plate! 😊 You're the best, Kam. ❤

[@llamasugar5478]

I think rowing may be helpful, too. I’ve rowed on the machine at the gym for a while, but took a class to row on water this summer. Like the recumbent bike, the movement and work of the legs is on the horizontal rather than vertical.

[@susandelay6942]

I've been water walking and water aerobics at least 5 days/week since January and I love it. I'm not crazy about the bathing suit, but I'm learning to ignore my embarrassment and just get into the pool. I find the best time for me in in the late afternoon or early evening--so relaxing. I also exercise on a recumbent bike. I don't know if it's helping with the lipedema, but I'm stronger and for that, I'm grateful.

[@sharonsjoyfuljourney9830]

I got my rebounder for free from my local neighbors helping neighbors. I use my vibration plate for 15 minutes in the morning then a few minutes on the rebounder then I sit in the recliner with pillows under my calf’s for about 15 minutes until I need to go to work. I ordered another vibration plate to put under my desk to help during the day.

[@TeresaRussellMS]

Do you mind me asking what vibration plate you are using? I'm just now starting my research into them.

[@marygallagher7392]

I'm a new subscriber and am really enjoying your videos. Appreciate that they are not too long and your delivery is concise and calming. One thing you may not have noticed - your eyes are not focused directly into the camera. I find myself reading the captions rather than watching your lovely face.

[@tillygirl7450]

I’m a brand new subscriber too! I do like the couple of videos I’ve watched so far and she has a great presence on screen. Though I’m in agreement with you when someone doesn’t look directly into the camera, it’s a bit distracting - I just want to reach into the screen and nudge her face a little to the left. 😃 I’m so glad she does have closes captions on her videos because I am very hard of hearing.

[@nancyzihlman8862]

Brooks/Ghost shoes are wonderful, I just got a pair before I even saw the video.

[@BeautyMeetsDIY]

HI REBEKAH! DO YOU RECOMMEND ALTERNATE DAY FASTING FOR LIPEDEMA OR JUST REGULAR FASTING WHERE YOU EAT WITHIN A CERTAIN WINDOW OF TIME EVERYDAY? THANKS 🤗🙏🏼

[@lmitchrdh]

I have had a rebounder for years, love it. Its in front of the tv. I try to at least do 10 min a day of that or my vibration pad. The crazy thing about the rebounder is it really raises your heart rate just doing a small bit of movement. I would recommend it to anyone with Lipedema/lymphedema. (I have had my diagnosis since 2016. Have had the rebounder even longer!!!)

[@lhale9176]

U are awesome ...thanks for all your advice!!!! 😊

[@debbeattie605]

Exercises for women with Lipedmia on this video issue is great info.

[@ruthgarrett277]

You are so practical and inspiring! Thanks bunches. ❤️❤️❤️👊🏻

[@sturdywoman]

Thank you, Ruth! I am so glad you are finding the channel helpful 💕

[@authoralexandreafields]

This was great! I actually put on the video while I rebounded. 😊 & honestly it's helped with the pain in my legs. If you get the trampoline with bungees, it hardly makes any noise at all! I think it'd be okay in an apartment.

[@sturdywoman]

Yesss! That's what I wanted to hear, Alexandrea! *Rebounding dreams come true* 🥳 I just think it looks like so much fun. Glad to hear it's helped you ❤

[@annemariekoch]

I love to walk! I never knew that about the miniature trampoline! Good to know!

[@sturdywoman]

I know, Anne! Doesn't it sound fun? I forgot to mention it in the video but there is also a miniature version called the Trampolette that can be used to bounce your legs under a desk or for travel amzn.to/43kWyog That's the one I need to get 🤩

[@annemariekoch]

Love Love Love your videos! Very informative! Thank you!

[@tcooper802]

Thanks for your videos as always !! I just wanna say how much I love my vibration plate . Most the time I do what you said and lay in the floor with my legs across it. Sometimes I stand and other times just sit in a chair. My legs feel so much better afterwards . I am also awaiting a date for my venous insufficiency surgery and Tomorrow I am starting Keto to help with inflammation and hopefully to lose the 30 pounds I have put on . Well see.......Im on a mission. Lol I have also found a place in Tampa called ART LIPO They specialize in liposuction for lipodema. Would love to get that done eventually. Thanks again for your inspiration

[@sturdywoman]

It feels so good, right T Cooper?? Honestly, I often fall asleep on the floor with my legs on the vibration plate. I'm glad to hear your making progress with the vein surgery! I am also awaiting a date for my second round. It's been three years and a need a "touch up" on some of the smaller veins. Good luck with keto! Have you seen my video about measuring keto progress? You might notice you lose inches before you lose pounds. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6iukJSLg8d6Y7s Keep us posted ♥

[@tcooper802]

@@sturdywoman I have seen the video that too has been a motivation for me

[@jolynn8675]

@@sturdywoman Do you have a video on vein surgery? I'm sure I need it but don't even know what kind of doc would be best for it. Thank you!

[@jerrispangbittner1969]

I have been using a rebounder since the early 2000s I absolutely loved it you definitely need to get a decent quality one more than just like the $20 one you can pick up at Walmart but you can find a reasonable one without having to spend a crazy amount of money but they are so much fun and they are quiet and even like you talked about being in an upstairs apartment I have used them in upstairs apartments and because they are light and that noisy and they get all of the you know bounce it's not like you're jumping on the floor so you can actually use them upstairs without disturbing people and I just go on KZbin and find free KZbin workouts you can find all different people you can find them for all different amounts of times 5 minutes all the way up to 2 hours if you want to I really like San Fran their stuff is always really good and there's other ones too and it's free and you get to mix it up so you don't get bored but I love rebounding

[@patfilippelli2191]

Thank you Rebekah, great video! I have a 15ft swim-spa that provides plenty of room to swim while tethered to a flexible harness. However, I find the best resistance exercise is from wearing an aqua jogging belt (still using the harness) that gives me the freedom of jogging in water without joint pain. I live in subtropical Queensland, Australia so I'm able to aqua workout all year round. I have just started to complete my workout by allowing the spa jets to massage my legs: (this was less than relaxing at first, but becoming more comfortable with each new day) I'm wondering if the spa jets have any therapeutic benefit.

[@allkindsamusicchick]

What an AWESOME presentation!! Thanks so much!!!

[@sturdywoman]

So glad you found it helpful, allkindsamusicchick! ❤

[@mauriciaalbuquerque3852]

​Thanks so much

[@fromhelltocell]

What presentation!? She showed you a book and talked about stuff you can find on any comercial!

[@laurab6922]

Thank u so much. I' d like ti know, what about strenght training?

[@zoebedford1910]

Hi - I have just been diagnosed. I am going through your videos and thank you for the helpful content. I am wondering if you have had the lipedema lipo/surgery? I am sure you would speak about it somewhere if you had. But I thought I would ask

[@connieyoung9740]

Hi Rebekah thank you for answering some of my questions. Have you tried steam home sauna? If so would it help?

[@sturdywoman]

@connieyoung9740 saunas are not typically recommended because the high heat can actually increase swelling by dilating your blood vessels. That said, they also don't recommend hot baths but I'm a huge fan because they are so relaxing. Listen to your body and see if you are noticing any difference in your symptoms with or without it

[@jennieosborne3530]

I go in the pool I have been swimming 🏊‍♂️ since I was seven years old. I am sixty three years old. That helps me with swelling & gets a lot of the swelling off. Having lipedema makes me feel older with my body. Not with just my age.

[@oldsoul5263]

Hey... New guy here! My new Dr is looking into all of my pre-existing conditions including my weight. He has been running tests and I've even done a 24hr urine collection for testing. He seems to think I have lipedema (will be sending me to specialists for other stuff) even though I am male. When I seen pics of advanced stages of lipedema.... that's 110% my mother. I'm thinking I must have got it from her. I don't know if it works like that, but it makes sense to me.

[@sturdywoman]

Hi Old Soul! Welcome to the channel 😊 There are at least ten documented cases of men with lipadema diagnoses. My younger brother (who unfortunately died early) had similar symptoms to me all through adolescence. You can find information about the males cases in the citations of this report: www.lipedema.org/registry-first-look-report Good luck and keep us posted! Hoping you start feeling better soon ❤

[@peleguru]

I have a plate, a bike (traditional), a sauna and just started reformer Pilates. What do you think about doing the plate and then doing a sauna? I just found your channel so I didn’t peruse all the videos

[@YvonneMiller-vx2po]

Can you use a rebounder if you have osteoporosis and some fractures? I can walk & try to go for walks every day To be active 😊

[@milag29]

I have massage chair with air function. Very good for lower legs, squishing back and sides of thighs.

[@sturdywoman]

Oh that sounds lovely, Mila! ❤

[@Nashimura]

Hi! What's your opinion and/or knowledge about using a balance platform to bounce instead of using a rebounder? Thanks!

[@fromhelltocell]

Do yourself a favor and don't try to find solutions for any medical problem on this kinda channels. All the best.

[@helenguilford3136]

Do you do strength training? I think it is beneficial to make your muscles contract. I have leg pain and arm heaviness when walking- how I figured out I have Lipedema. I guess it’s progressing. I wish I could have addressed this issue 46 years ago after I had my second child, but I had no idea. I found you recently. I’m working on a lot of the things you’re recommending.

[@sturdywoman]

@helenguilford3136 welcome to the club! Yes, I do some strength training. I have a TRX body weight trainer that I use along with free weights and once a week I do a lower body workout that's a circuit of stairs, lunges, and squats. The good news is there is so much you can do to start feeling better

[@kaitteachout3633]

Hi Rebekah, How soon were you able to exercise after your vein surgery? Any tips for before and after surgery?

[@sturdywoman]

Hi Kait! Talk to your doctor about your specific case, but I went for a walk the same day. My surgeon encouraged me to be as active as I was comfortable being. Do expect to bruise and feel sore, though, that's part of the healing process. I just happened to decide to go keto the same week I had my surgery. I like to think that helped speed my healing, but it's hard to say. Hopefully your doctor has helped you find good compression and he or she should give you instructions about wearing it after your procedure. If you do anything like dry brushing or pumping, be sure to ask them whether you should continue that or take a break - sometimes you need to wait. I hope it goes well!! Keep us posted ♥

[@kaitteachout3633]

@@sturdywoman Thanks for,the quick response. I don’t have surgery until July 12th, one leg and then the 17th the other. I do have compression that is very comfortable for me and she is good with it as well. I do want to try out the compression you recommend as well. My doc has said exercise as much as you can. I have been getting MLD weekly and I have to say, it’s made a world of difference. When I asked about when to start that up again, she just said see how sore you are. So, we will see. I’m older, 66, overweight and not in bad shape but not in great shape. Thank you again for your support and weekly videos! They mean a lot.

[@sturdywoman]

@@kaitteachout3633 I'm glad to hear you've found things that are helping! Since you mentioned MLD, I did continue mine right after surgery and I suspect it helped clear the bruising more quickly. See what your therapist says. My leg was black and blue with bruising so she was nervous to touch it and hurt me but honestly, it felt good and I think it probably helped the bruising clear more quickly. Listen to your body and your doctors. I really hope it helps!

[@nexusSix_237]

I wonder if jumping up and down in the pool instead of a trampoline would be as good?

[@Winner1-c2u]

Would hyperbarics help?

[@2raelanae]

What about rebounding? Has anybody ever tried it?

[@dianekrebs3805]

Rebounding is amazing. I have had one for almost 15 years and now realize how I need to use it a few times a day instead of a few times a week. So some research. Mine is a Nedak, bellicon is a good brand and will be my next purchase when I have more money and space.

[@jill-annwilson7245]

Trying to find a doctor in Michigan.

[@mirandaguastella8716]

Stretching has amazing benefits

[@sturdywoman]

Yes! Great point, @mirandaguastella8716. It also helps relieve stress which can cause so much havoc in anyone's body.

[@sharonbranch4647]

Gratitude ❤

[@cynthialesser2986]

Where to get a rebounder

[@whatever-ou2he]

Hi. Thanks for these great videos. Would you mind briefly answering these questions please? Thanks Do keto and IF reduce the lipo fat too or only the normal fat? Does autophagy reduce lipo fat? Is it safe for someone with high bp to take extra salts? What actually does the massage gun do for us and does it break down lipo fat?

[@sturdywoman]

Hi whatever! I'm not a doctor or a nutritionist so I can only speak from my own experience. I have another video about fasting kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3etqqF7hslrjsk. I like to do alternate day fasting (but not all the time). I have found it gives me a lot of energy and also reduces my swelling. I'm not sure if they know whether or not authophagy (or anything else) truly reduces lipedema fat, but it certainly helps relieve my symptoms and can help prevent/reduce loose skin. Here is a great book to read about salt amzn.to/3X3HcCj. I recommend diving into the research and working with your doctor to decide what's best for you. A massage gun can be used on a gentle setting to increase circulation and encourage lymph drainage. On higher settings it can be used to gradually break down fibrosis. ❤❤

[@89irissje]

Losing weight is 90% diet and 10 percent sports. BUT sports does help in building muscle, which increases your BMR, and it helps helped in getting fitter. Keto works because you scrap the processed foods, but complex carbs are totally fine. And I say that as a now whole foods plantbased vegan with lipedema that eats around 800-1000 grams of complex carbs a day who currently crossfits like crazy (the reason my maintenance is currently around 5000 kcal per day). But you're right, cycling is fantastic. I lost weight from 95kg to 56kg with speed cycling :) I still cycle a lot because I don't have a car so I do everything with my hybrid bike.

[@anniecortes6450]

I do a chair exercise class / silver sneakers at my gm

[@sturdywoman]

@anniecortes6450 that sounds like a great way to get moving... and socialize!

[@lovechangesus]

costco sells long sleeve swim shirts to protect you from the sun.