Important Lifestyle Changes: Exercise Examples

Below are examples of exercises that have been used to improve muscle strength and fitness in PoTS.

It is generally recommended to start with a low number of repetitions of each exercise and gradually increase.

Horizontal Exercises

Hands and Knees

Seated Exercises

Standing Exercises

Posted with consent from:

• Edward Caldow, Clinical Exercise Physiologist
• Anita Kiernan
• Lorna Nicholson, Body Control Pilates Teacher

Obtaining equipment

The yellow exercise resistance bands (eg Thera-bands) can be purchased online or in sports shops. 

They may also be provided by an exercise practitioner or physiotherapist as part of the exercise programme they recommend.

The mini exercise bicycle can be purchased in shops and online. 

For calf raise exercises, a bottom stair can be used if you would prefer not to purchase a stepper.

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