Experts have stated that doing moderate exercise can actually helps fibromyalgia sufferers. Sufferers of fibromyalgia generally avoid exercising as due to widespread body pain and fatigue, it is tough to work out.

The recent study states that taking small steps can help improve pain and functioning of those with fibromyalgia.

Kevin Fontaine, associate professor of medicine in the division of rheumatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine said, “The goal of the new study was to see if we can get people with fibromyalgia to be more active throughout the day."

About 84 participants were put in a lifestyle physical activity group or to a control group. These participants were encouraged to walk more and take the steps instead of the elevator. They increased their average daily steps by
54 per cent and reported better physical functioning and lesser pain at the end of the study.

He said, "People have good days and bad days, and on good days, they tend to overdo it. So if you're having a bad day, try to do a little bit, and if you're having a good day, don't do too much."

Fontaine suggests the following steps for people with fibromyalgia, buy a pedometer, and walk more. Move about while watching TV. Raise your arms over your head, or move them from side to side, Fontaine advises. Alternatively, sit in a chair and lift your legs one at a time at the knee. Take the steps rather than an elevator and indulge in yardwork or garden.