8 Simple Exercises That Will Make Your Joints Feel Better

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Swimming

Swimming enhances joint mobility, reduces OA pain/stiffness. Low-impact full-body exercise, improves flexibility, strength, and fitness.

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Cycling

Cycling boosts joint health like swimming, reducing pain and stiffness while enhancing quality of life and muscle strength.

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Tai chi

Tai Chi eases joint pain, enhances flexibility, prevents arthritis, and promotes relaxation through gentle movements and deep breathing.

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Circle stretches

Circle stretches enhance joint health & mobility. Do 10 clockwise, 10 counter-clockwise circles for each joint. Recommended by fitness expert Andrew White.

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Resistance training

Proper resistance training enhances joint health by strengthening surrounding muscles, reducing stress. Avoid if joints are inflamed.

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Targeted calisthenic exercises

Calisthenics like leg extensions and lunges enhance joint health by strengthening and mobilizing hips, knees, ankles.

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Yoga

Gabler recommends Downward Dog for joint health. It strengthens shoulders and wrists, forming an inverted V.

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Walking

Regular walking prevents knee pain & damage. 2022 study: 1,200 people; walkers had fewer issues over 8 yrs.

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