Exercising with Vertigo: Tips and Tricks

I'm in the middle of a bad episode and haven't exercised all week. I do pilates and do leg and arm and core work, but added weights. Really not in the mood to lie back and have a 10lbs weight smashing into my face😂 I just added some floor work like stomach crunches and donkey kicks. I've been exercising regularly since Covid so hopefully my muscles won't atrophy too much. Taking a shower and looking down at my feet or leaning my head back to gargle was a challenge today. Fun times! Right now heading to the ENT to see of fluid on ears or a virus (feel crappy, too) is the cause. Normally I tolerate it, but not when it heightens and my eyes won't focus...😵‍💫 Livin' the dream! As a coworker used to say.😂

I also have pppd. I work out but am conscious to do things that don’t cause my head to move much. Sounds silly but it helps. I do legs and glutes on a mat with ankle weights for example. I hope this helps

Hi! I think it depends on what exercises you do. I suggest starting with a physical therapist to show you how to work out properly to prevent getting dizzy.