Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas!! I hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas. I wanted to thank all of you who read my babbles. I hope this blog makes everyone happy and helps people out. I have big plans for this blog in the new year, so you will have to keep posted. I thank each and every one of you for your love and support. It truly means the world to me. I wish you a happy and healthy 2012!

Research Study

So last Friday, I participated in a research study at the University of Illinois. This time there was a preliminary round. I did some weird exercises both physically and cognitively. I am sure I failed the one portion with numbers and answering in a pattern (long story) not because of the MS but because it was crazy. haha. I also had to put on this mask thing with cords all over hooked up to what looked like a ticking time bomb on my chest. Wish we had  picture of that haha. I am now wearing an accelerometer for the next 7 days. The point of this study is to see how much movement those with MS do in a day. It is also to see the advantages of activity can help those with MS. I am so excited to be part of a study that can hopefully help those with MS. I go back in the spring for a workout based on the preliminary rounds have calculated. So, to be continued. It is a year round study so we shall see. I will do anything and everything I can to make this disease more control-able for those who have to fight this disease. Thank you to all for your support!!!!

Video

This video says it all. This girl is amazing and her message is so powerful. Be prepared to cry though. It is so touching.

my secret- the diagnosis

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Quote

She knew that she was formed by God's hands, dreamed up in His heart, and placed in this world for a purpose.

Power of Excercise

According to an article by Connie Birchford, exercise has many benefits for those with MS. There is a great deal of evidence that suggests regular exercise not only improves quality of life for people with MS, but it may also help ease some of the symptoms and minimize the risk of some complications down the road. Doctors suggests making exercise part of your lifestyle at least two to three times per week. Exercise like yoga, has been known to combat fatigue too. For those with MS, remember not to push it and do what your body is telling you that you can do. Some days it may be more than others and that is okay. Just be aware of your body and make exercise fun.  You and a healthy life for years to come are worth it!