If you’re suffering from a chronic disease, your doctor may have told you to add exercise to your routine. However, you’re probably unsure as to just how to begin.

In truth, living with a chronic disease can be terrifying and leave patients paralyzed with fear. 

But remember that millions of people struggle with a chronic condition. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), relatively recent data shows that 117 million people have one or more chronic health conditions. Plus, one in four adults suffers from two or more chronic health conditions, and many of these people exercise on a regular basis.

Before you even start exercising, it’s important to develop a positive attitude. While exercising with an illness can be tough, it is possible. But you’ll want to adopt six behaviors to protect your health and wellbeing. 

Here is exactly how to work out with a chronic disease. Keep your chin up and follow these seven steps. With a little hope and positivity, you’ll become stronger than you ever thought possible.

1. Keep your doctor in the loop.

Yes, you’ve probably heard this before. But there’s no harm in a little repetition, especially when it comes to working out with a chronic disease. 

According to the Mayo Clinic, you should talk to your doctor before you even commit to an exercise routine. Your doctor can shed light on the do’s and don’ts of working out with your condition. 




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