Exercise on incivek?

I just started triple therapy and generally I exercise pretty regularly and intensively. I don't think I'll be able to continue the intensity but really hope to continue exercising. Anyone out there who has been able to exercise while on the meds?

[flcyclist]

After waiting for it to warm a bit, I'm getting ready to go cycling for an easy 25 miles.  I try to do this at least 2x per week and have continued through week 39.  After week 4 I had to back off the faster group rides since I could no longer keep up.  It still feels good to get the fresh air, spin the legs, but I don't push too hard.  

I'd suggest to try and maintain your routine, but after a few weeks you will likely need to back off some.  Just realize this is only temporary and don't beat yourself up over it.  Most days I come home from work and crash on the couch, whereas I'd normally do an afterwork ride.   I'm on SOC, not incivek, so it might present some additional challenges.  

Just listen to your body and do what you can.  Best luck to you as you begin trt and welcome to the forum.  

[crigger]

Before treatment I swam an hour 3x wkly ,walked 30-40 min 5xwkly, lifted weights X2wkly now I can hardly walk to the bathroom without getting out of breath. I am on the incivek.

[suezeeque]

I'm not taking Incivek but in a trial with another PI (or placebo + SOC).

Last night was my 23rd shot.  I'm very sad to say that I can't even get onto my horse's back anymore.  Last time I tried (mid-November), he stepped away slightly and I landed on my bum.  It was a LONG way down.  Normally I'd have been able to swing myself over even with his stepping away slightly and believe me, I tried.  Just. Couldn't. Do. It.

The result was some pretty good road rash and thank goodness for helmets.  ;)

[stormy456]

My husband is on triple therapy with Incivek and has always worked out fairly hard.  He's had to scale it way back (no spin classes, lighter weights) but has found that he feels so much better if he makes himself work out for at least 20 minutes a day.  A walk on the beach or 20 min on the elliptical makes all the difference in how he feels in the moment, but when he's pushed too hard he pays the price.  Realize that you will not have the same strength or stamina that you have had, and be gentle on yourself.  It's only temporary.

[Trixie75]

Thanks for the feedback! I will definitely try to do at least mild exercise - walking and maybe some light weights. - as long as I can. Thanks for the support!

[belle19]

i've done cardio classes 3x/weekly thru out my 30 weeks so far.  i had to scale down to low impact and lighter weights.  but the difference i feel is amazing.  if i don't do some light workout i feel worse.  listen to your body.  be kind to yourself.  best wishes.  belle

[marty59]

I finished my 12 weeks with incivek about 6 weeks ago and I wish I had atleast tried to get some walking in.
I lost all motivation and just tried surviving the pills.
Once the incivek was gone I picked up my activety level a little, but not nearly enough.
I just managed to get through my first 3 days back at work and I'm really regreting not doing more.

[brianmo]

I came into treatment a triathlete, marathoner!! I swam and ran the first month but that is where it came to a halt. Once the HGB started to drop, I was struggling.  the best advice I have received on this forum is "Do what you can". I  have carried that with me  all my treatment time.  I do Pilates, yoga, Elliptacal and treadmill, when I can.   I feel better if I get out of the house and do something.  Its not forever, just temporary.

Mo

[working dog]

i think if you push yourself you might have less chance of svr...thats my opinion...the are so many folks on this forum that are into staying in shape..good luck....billy

[Trixie75]

What's svr?

[Idyllic]

Sustained Virological Response

[Idyllic]

Whoa, these posts are not very encouraging. I too am very athletic and wondered how soon the Incivek would slow me down. Guess I will just do what I can and adjust my routine accordingly.

[pennylanem]

do what you can. My first 2 weeks were horrible so I didn't work out at all. I've since started on an easier version of P90X and pressing pause when I feel out of breath.Your body will tell you how far you can take it, believe me. All you can do is listen to your body! I did find that I felt a lot worse and more tired when I did nothing.  A little exercise has actually helped me get through the day.

[flcyclist]

Take a look at the following link also listed at the bottom of the page for commonly used acronyms.  I was lost when I first came to the forum with all the new terms, but you'll pick it up quickly.  Don't be afraid to ask any questions.   Take each day as it comes and adjust your daily routine accordingly.  Some days I have no choice but to rest and sleep, but when I get up and out to do something, I feel so much better.  

http://www.medhelp.org/health_pages/Hepatitis/Hepatitis-C-Acronyms-Abbreviations/show/3?cid=64

[hcvJames]

This page, Right hand column, bottom of page under "Most Viewed Health Pages" is "Hepatitis C Acronyms/Abbreviations." This should have most of the abbreviations used here. Good luck with your exercises.

[orphanedhawk]

I'm doing SOC.
Some days, some weeks, I have more energy than others.
Sometimes I feel exhausted until I get outside and start moving.
Some days, I walk far, some days, hardly at all.

Our bodies are using our energy to deal with these intense medications, and fighting hep C.
Don't fight it. This is why we do tx.
But do, what you can when you can.

Good luck,
OH

[Trixie75]

I appreciate all the comments. Yesterday took a long walk with the dog and was even able to run a little and it felt great. I'll try to do 20 min or so of light exercise each day. But I will definitely listen to my body!!  

[westend]

I'm on triple therapy with INC in my 5th week and I've been trying to walk daily and just got back to the trainer for quick 30 minute work out sessions just to focus on light weights and core training. It's not easy but trying to stay active as much as possible. Day by day and continue to listen to your body. Just don't push it. I had my 4 blood work done this past Friday and will find out it it's working next week. I'm just hoping!!!
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