Lost Temple Fitness

Multiple Sclerosis (MS), is a contiion that effects the central nervuous system. This condition can often cause debilitating symptoms such as fatigue, joint pain and inflammation. However, research has shown that there are ways to manage these conditions through proactive lifestyle changes - namely exercise and healthy eating.

This book helps to show how exercising and eating a balanced diet can not only improve one's overall health, but specifically target symptoms associated with Multiple Sclerosis. The benefits of these changes include decreased inflammation, increased energy levels and improved mobility.

Research, Resource & Education

It is recommended that if you’re new to exercising or have pre-existing health concerns, you should consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This will ensure that you receive personalized recommendations tailored to your unique health status, and potentially prevent any complications that may arise.

It is important to remember that the information presented here and in books is of an educational nature and should not be used in lieu of medical advice from your doctor and healthcare team.

Most of the research is from NIH – National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke  unless otherwise specified

Table of Contents

Multiple Sclerosis Exercise Benefits and Precautions
Home Exercise Guide & Workbook

Please see Home Exercise Guide for the main exercise table of content and more about the Fitness & Conditioning.

The information below in is addition to the main Fitness & Conditioning Book. 

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (MS)

Definitions

 Causes

   Symptoms

    Treatments

    Lifestyle Changes

    Exercise Tips

     Possible Diets 

MS – Paleo, Mediterranean, Swank, Gluten Free  

 

This book is for:
• Those with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis
• The beginner who has never exercised before
• The individual that has mastered the basics, but wants to know how to advance to the next level.
• Pre/post rehab individuals who would like to advance or want a list of exercise programs to follow.
• The personal trainer, physical therapist, or other coaches who would like their client to have a list of exercises that can be progressed.

This book is not for or may need modification:
• Chronic or acute disorders/injury’s that is not being followed by a health care professional. This book can be used in conjunction with a rehab program.
• If you are over 40 and have never exercises before, it is advised that a physician clears you first.
• Undiagnosed pain
• The person that does not feel they can safely modify their individual program, although can be used in conjunction with rehab or  coaches/personal trainers.
• People with the following issues that have been cleared by an MD for an exercise program or in conjunction with rehab.
       These issue will be addressed in future volumes: Arthritis & Osteoporosis, Diabetes, Cardiac Disease, Cancer
and Respiratory Disease.

References

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Section On Neurology – Multiple Sclerosis and Exercise
Author: Maria Rundell, PT, DPT, MSCS
https://www.neuropt.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/ms-and-exercise.pdf?sfvrsn=fb1f4d43_0

Celiac Disease Foundation – Gluten Free Foods – https://celiac.org/gluten-free-living/gluten-free-foods/

Cleveland Clinic (Exercise) – https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/8465-exercise–multiple-sclerosis

Cleveland Clinic -The Role of Physical Exercise in Managing Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/neurological/depts/multiple-sclerosis/ms-approaches/exercise-in-ms   

Cleveland Clinic – Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17248-multiple-sclerosis

Healthline – Multiple Sclerosis and Diet: All You Need to Know (Foods to Eat)
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/multiple-sclerosis-foods-to-avoid
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/multiple-sclerosis-foods-to-avoid#foods-to-eat

Healthline – The Paleo Diet – https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/paleo-diet-meal-plan-and-menu

Mayo Clinic (MC) – Multiple Sclerosis (Image) By Mayo Clinic Staff –
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350269

Mayo Clinic – Diagnosis (Treatment)
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350274

Mayo Clinic – (MS & Exercise) 
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/expert-answers/exercise- and-multiple-sclerosis/faq-20094108  

Mayo Clinic – Is there a MS diet? 
 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/expert- answers/multiple-sclerosis-diet/faq-20057953

Medical News Today – Multiple sclerosis diet: What to eat, lifestyle changes, and more
Medically reviewed by Kim Rose-Francis RDN, CDCES, LD — Written by Jon Johnson — Updated on May 14, 2025
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/315227

Multiple Sclerosis News Today – MS Diet and Nutrition (Page no longer live – Link to Main Page)
https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/

(See also) Multiple sclerosis diet: Foods to eat and avoid
https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/living-with-ms/ms-diet-nutrition/healthy-eating-ms/

National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Main Page) – https://www.nationalmssociety.org/   

National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Spasticity and Multiple Sclerosis 
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/understanding-ms/what-is-ms/ms-symptoms/spasticity

National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Symptoms
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/understanding-ms/what-is-ms/ms-symptoms

National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Walking (Gait) Difficulties
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/understanding-ms/what-is-ms/ms-symptoms/walking-gait-difficulties

NCBI: PubMed.gov (MS) 
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27219279

(NIH) National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/multiple-sclerosis#disorders-r1

Swank MS Foundation – Diethttp://www.swankmsdiet.org/the-diet

Swank Diet – Quick Reference
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/530fbb50e4b07533b73e6c73/t/558dac37e4b06f2955f8e028/1435348023 782/diet-quick-reference.pdf

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Multiple Sclerosis Centers of Excellence. Planning Your Activities and Designing an Exercise
https://www.va.gov/ms/  

US News – The Latest on What Exercise Works Best to Combat MS
https://health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/2017-09-25/the-latest-on-what-exercise-works-best-to-combat-ms

WebMD – Exercise & Multiple Sclerosis
Written by WebMD Editorial Contributors; Medically Reviewed by Christopher Melinosky, MD on October 16, 2023
https://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/multiple-sclerosis-exercise#1

WebMD (Symptoms) – Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Early Signs and Common Symptoms
Written by Stephanie Watson; Medically Reviewed by Jabeen Begum, MD on May 09, 2024
https://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/multiple-sclerosis-symptoms

WebMD – Treatments for Multiple Sclerosis
Written by WebMD Editorial Contributor; Medically Reviewed by Shruthi N, MD on August 26, 2024
https://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/ms-treatment

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