Recover from ME/CFS
Your journey to wellness begins here. Discover how the Power Up Program can help you develop a plan to regain your functioning and strength. The five-factor protocol emphasizes the idea that most people who recover focus on five main areas. These areas are medical, psychological, pacing, exercise, and diet.
The Power Up book is available on this website. In this work, detailed instructions are provided for the psychological aspects of this disorder, exercise, and pacing. Medical concerns and diet are your responsibility, as supported by your physician and other chosen professionals.
Purchase the Power Up book
*The physical book is available for sale in the USA only due to shipping costs. Individuals outside the USA may purchase a PDF copy for personal use.
The Power Up book
The Power Up book
The Power Up book is a practical guide to overcoming ME/CFS. The author, Russ Seigenberg, shares his personal recovery story and explains the principles he used to regain his core vitality. Step-by-step instructions enable readers to get started with safe exercises at levels they can easily tolerate. A new theory on how to build body energy is also introduced. Negative emotions are viewed as obstacles to activity and healing. Russ draws on his experience as a practicing psychologist to provide comprehensive guidance on managing emotions more effectively. This manual is a valuable resource for overcoming the challenge of this formidable condition.
PDF version of the book
PDF version of the book
PowerPoints
DIET & NUTRITION
Diet and nutrition play an important role in maintaining good health. Overly processed foods can cause harmful inflammation. Many people with ME/CFS move toward a plant-based, whole grain diet and restrict intake of sugar and alcohol.
EXERCISE
Educated movement is a key piece in increasing energy. Few seem to improve without the careful implementation of an exercise program.
About us
Russ Seigenberg, the developer of the Power Up Program speaks from experience. He had personal challenges with ME/CFS. He struggled with ME/CFS for six years before going on to have a full life. He worked full-time for thirty-five years, raised a family, and stayed active physically. He played basketball and tennis and regularly hiked in the mountains.
JOIN THE POWER UP PROGRAM
In the Power Up Program, we are dedicated to meeting your recovery needs. Since there are so many unknowns regarding ME/CFS, we are counting on the contributions of those who participate in this program to help us support each other and learn new tools.
As this program is new, there is no charge at present. This may change as the program expands. Those wishing to participate are urged to study the free PowerPoints, which highlight the basics of the program. All are invited to attend the Zoom meetings, which are held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month at 4 pm US Eastern Standard Time beginning September 10, 2025. Sign up for Zoom and use the code 4357643206 to join. The code will be the same for every meeting. Also, the Power Up book is available for purchase on this website. It provides additional valuable insights and information. Hope you can join us to try out the Power Up program. I believe you will be excited to learn and discuss some new ideas on recovery from ME/CFS!