Weight-Loss exercises for Morton's Neuroma/plantar fasciitis

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Un4given666

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Greetings.


I started going to the gym a couple of years ago to try and lose weight. I managed to get on the right track, losing about 10-12 kilograms (22-26 pounds) through a combination of weights and cardio. Then I started cycling and playing high-intensity Squash....well long story cut short, I developed Morton's Neuroma and Plantar Fasciitis as a result which meant I had to stop going to the gym. I fell out of routine and tried getting back, each time increasing the severity of my foot conditions until I finally got orthodics for my foot, better shoes, and I am on anti-inflammatory medication.


I have since put all the weight back on with no way of exercising at the same intensity as I used to at least until my foot rehabilitates.


So I was wondering, what kind of exercises places very little strain on the feet yet may aid in weight loss? Note: I cannot swim/do not have access to a swimming pool.


Help would be much appreciated. Thanks!!
 
Is there anywhere where you'd have access to a stationary arm bike? More and more gyms are carrying this type of equipment. Would you be able to do any strength training?
 
The gym I will be joining this month should have that arm bike - will definitely give it a shot then!


As for strength training, as long as it doesn't involve squats and deadlifts which put more pressure on my feet, it should be fine. I was thinking about using less free-weights (with the exception of bench presses maybe) and more of the machines (especially the seated ones) ?
 
If seated exercise machines are what you're limitied to right now, then definitely do those! That would be much better than not doing any strength exercises at all. You could probably incorporate a few free weight exercises like the bench press, seated overhead presses, and even single arm rows over the bench.
 
I had plantar fasciitis a couple years ago from riding a bike, it's terrible. I went to PT for a couple months with no real gain, and I ultimately ended up with a night splint - it looks like a big open-toed ski boot, and gently stretches your calf while you sleep. The pain slowly went away, and I still use it from time-to-time.


Anyway, what's worked for me is to keep maintenance stretching your calf and arches (try for once a day, 30 min or so, change it up). And build up calf strength with gentle calf lifts (or equiv). Also, you can try freezing a 20oz Coke bottle filled with water. All the different shapes of the bottle let you get into the nooks of the bottom of your foot.


As for your original question - have you tried stationary rowing? Good calorie-burner, and low impact. Swimming works, too.


Good luck!
 
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