If you can walk, without walking vigorously, that would be a great start.

Also, if you can only sit, then start by vigorously moving your arms in an attempt to elevate your heart rate.

Whatever you choose to do, start out slowly.

Remember, these relapses when you exercise are not real relapses: They are pseudo flares. Once the body settles down, you are back to your regular baseline.

What makes swimming impossible?

Some people just hang out on the steps and move in the water on the steps. The water keeps the body cool so that you dont overheat.

Otherwise, like I said, just start out small with say, a five minute easy going walk. Each day add a minute until you are walking 45 minutes a day. Dont worry about speed. Even walking slowly is good for you. Just get moving. Only you can do this. In the long run it will benefit you more than any pill can! And be sure you are eating healthy as well!

Tell us how it goes each day. And welcome to our Club-- you are our newest member.

Poetic, I am a 58 year old woman. In 2004 I could barely walk across the room I was so out of shape. Now I swim a mile every day. I lift weights. I go up and down from my roof carrying plants (its a four story house) in the heat. If I can get in shape, anyone can!!!