Hi everybody. First post after my stroke in February.Briefly, I recovered my mobility very quickly but am still experiencing loss of feeling in the right side of my mouth and tongue which affects my speech. I had my stroke while I was out jogging so I am very nervous about doing anything that might bring on another one. I have returned to yoga, taichi and pilates which are very helpful but I’m reluctant to run again. Any tips anyone?
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and don’t forget Qigong!
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Thanks for this. I’ll give it a go but I’m really looking for ways to reintroduce cardio without the anxiety of triggering another stroke 
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This is a great video.
The power of QiGong should not be underestimated.
Excellent work Roland.
I was very impressed with you standing on one foot as you did the fiddling bits routine and then with your deep squat.
What you have achieved is truly remarkable.
I know you are investing a lot in this and am in awe of how you manage to do all these things i.e. all the different things such as diet, exercise, research, alternative therapies etc. etc.
I hope members of this forum can take a few of these things and incorporate them in their recovery/care plans.
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Hi @marcosendello and welcome to the forum. Quick question, if you’d broken your femur or had a hip replacement, would you be considering getting back into jogging just 2 months on?
The answer is NO.
After a stroke, no matter how mini, you need to give it at least 6 months. Because your brain is still recovering and the first 6 months are the most crucial. Let your brain heal first then consider getting back into jogging. Otherwise you’re risking reopening the wound so to speak. That puts you at risk of another stroke, and that could be a lot bigger.
Light exercise like walking, tia chi are fine, so long as you are not putting pressure on your head and neck. These are more suitable exercises because they are upright, your blood is not pumping too hard into your head. Remember, you’re likely on blood thinners too, so you don’t want to risk any falls you’re likely to have with jogging.
Don’t risk undoing all the good work that has been done for the sake of a jog. That time will come soon enough. Patience is a virtue 
Lorraine
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@marcosendello - welcome to the community.
Both Roland and Lorraine, @pando and @EmeraldEyes have offered excellent advice based on their experiences as stroke survivors. They have both recovered very well from their respective strokes and are both physically active.
I am no expert [on anything] but I believe Yoga, QiGong, Pilates, Tai Chi etc do offer cardiovascular exercises. However, if you feel the need to run then I guess that is a choice for you to make. All I can say is there is no right and there is no wrong, there is only what works for you and if that means you hitting the road or the treadmill then so be it.
Wishing you a successful recovery from your stroke.
Namaste|
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Jogging is a high risk, impact sport advised against so newly after a stroke/mini stroke/TIA! I
‘Running causes blood pressure to spike; while this is normal, a recent stroke demands that your heart rate and pressure be managed carefully to avoid another event.’
‘“Neuro-fatigue” is common, where the brain runs out of energy quickly. Two months in, you may still experience significant exhaustion from moderate physical activity.’ And that is something that doesn’t necessarily start straight after a stroke, that could kick in a few months after a stroke.
But in the meantime you can prepare your body for returning to it. Brisk walking for instance, strength training to avoid muscle atrophy and stair climbing to raise the heart rate a little.
I wouldn’t advise you to run…unless you want to risk another stroke or kill yourself. They’re the only other choices!
Slow and steady wins this races
Lorraine
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Lorraine, thank you so much for your thoughtful reply. This is exactly the kind of advice and guidance I need. I am very grateful
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Hi @marcosendello & welcome to the community. Sorry you’ve had a stroke but hopefully you’ll find this is friendly place to be.
I would suggest waiting a little while longer before you return to jogging & maybe build up slowly. You could start with walking & increase the pace. It is recommended that you get clearance from your medical team before getting back to jogging.
Another thing to think about is why the jogging caused the stroke (e.g. high blood pressure) & whether this has now been treated.
It is very possible to get back to jogging in time. Many people do.
Best wishes
Ann
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Welcome to the community, I’m sorry to hear about your stroke.
As others have said, take things slow to start of with. Your body has been through a shock and will need time to rest and recover. It’s great to hear you’ve got back to some gentle exercises though.
I hope you’ll find this community helpful for your recovery. If you need anything whilst you’re using the Online Community, please don’t hesitate to tag me using the @ symbol and my username.
Anna
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Hi @marcosendello the advice given by the wiser people before me is all correct, the reason I know is I thought I had some minor issues and would be fine. I was wrong and now 18 months later albeit a little chunkier am ready to get back into exercise.
I was a keen martial artist and have tempered my ideas not through laziness but the love of life. Running and jogging are amazing forms or both exercise and release but too high impact too soon. Look @pando qi gong and try this have attempted this and yoga when fitter and it still has a desired effect. What about walking, do you have access to local routes, a nice walk in good weather does wonders, maybe cycling soon too I’ve just realised I need this back in my life after 30 years have just sourced a bike to start, swimming too like cycling low impact but many advantages.
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You might want to watch this video to see what might be possible.
See how he swims - it is truly amazing and swimming is probably one of the best exercises you can do.
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