Aha Atlas Video Newsletter | Issue 24 | Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM) (Free Edition)
April 2023
Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM)
Welcome to Issue 24 of the Aha Atlas Newsletter! This month, we’re talking about post-exertional malaise (PEM). This one is close to our hearts because Talese has PEM. She talks about how this condition has reshaped her relationship with exercise, with rest, and with herself.
🧠 Learn what PEM is, why it’s important to recognize its signs, and how you can support a client with PEM.
🤸 Move with Talese in a mini class that shares tips on pacing your exertion.
🌱 Grow with us as we discuss ableist attitudes in the fitness industry, how that seeps into our inner voice, and what we can do differently.
🧊 Then Chill with us, where Talese shares some chronic illness memes that make her feel seen.
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Learn
Let’s explore a teaching concept.
I have post-exertional malaise. After I had a common viral infection it now takes me several days, and often weeks, to fully recover from any type of exertion. I'm sharing my experience with hopes it will help you understand how to accommodate any clients experiencing PEM. ~Talese
Below are links we reference in the video:
Businesses that prioritize clean indoor air (Add yourself if you do!)
C02 Trackers allows customers to share C02 levels publicly to give others an idea of which indoor spaces have cleaner air
Move
Move with us in this mini-class (15-30 minutes).
Where some people preach pushing yourself, this class is all about learning the art of pacing yourself. Designed for anyone experiencing post-exertional malaise, Talese models a group class format with options for varying energy levels.
Props: A stability ball between 8-12”, or a small pillow.
Grow
Boost your confidence and resilience with us.
Have you come across the word “ableism” and been unsure about what it means? In this video, we’re talking about ableism – what it means, some ways it shows up in the fitness industry, and how we can create a more accessible experience for our clients. We also discuss how internalized ableism affects our relationship with exercise and rest, and how we can show up differently as Pilates teachers.
Chill
Come chill with us.
Is There Anything Quite As Comforting As Feeling Seen?
Here are some memes about living with a chronic illness.
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See you next month for our next issue! Until then, catch us on Instagram or TikTok.
xo Talese and Kai-Ting