Susan,

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's three years ago.  Thyroid problems run
in my family, so I was getting my thyroid tested every year.  I had an
overactive thyroid several years before my thyroid stopped working.  I
gained 30 lbs in about 6 months, and felt tired all of the time.  Once I
got on the right amount of medication (~ 6 months), I was fine.

You mentioned research (a book?) by someone concerning autoimmune disease
and exercise.  Can you give me more info on how I can find the reference?

Thanks,
Jeanne