Everyone’s heard of varicose veins. Everyone has arteriosclerosis. This thickening of the arteries actually starts as soon as we are born. Peripheral artery disease (PAD), also known as “smoker’s leg”, is the final stage of arteriosclerosis. Circulation problems can lead to a range of unpleasant symptoms. But alongside a healthy lifestyle, exercise can really make a difference to alleviating them.
What is it?
When you have a circulatory issue, the blood is no longer able to flow freely through your vessels. The legs are the most commonly affected areas. They are the furthest from the heart and the most affected by the force of gravity.
Typical symptoms of circulatory issues include chills, pallid skin, tingling and pain when under strain. The degree of severity varies hugely.
What’s important at this stage?
A healthy lifestyle can have a positive impact. This includes nutrition, exercise, stopping smoking and possibly supportive stockings.
Gentle stamina training such as cycling and Nordic walking can help to activate the veins. Short interval series with dynamic contractions at a low intensity. Balance training to activate the muscles of the feet and calves.
Peter Dworak (2016)
Fitness trainer and blogger - https://fitnesstrainer.expert
«Sport supports the key elements of life: breathing and circulation.»
Training on the Luna is a fantastic option as the leg muscles are constantly working. It also gets your blood pumping, encouraging it to flow back away from the legs.
You might want to wear supportive stockings during training. Conscious breathing also helps.
Make sure you consult your doctor or physiotherapist to help you choose the right programmes and intensity.
We recommend the following training:
Physio / Gait Training: Springy movements like Bouncing or Step
Health / Safe Everyday Life / Climbing Stairs: switching between all versions of standing on one leg
Fitness / Shorties / Warm Up Legs: short sprints or waves
