5 ways to keep your joints healthy
10/04/2017
- Watch your weight- Keeping your weight within a healthy range is the best thing you can do for your joints.
- Regular Exercise- Exercise can help you lose extra pounds and maintain a healthy weight.
- Build Muscle to support joints- Strong muscles support your joints. If you don't have enough muscle, your joints take a pounding, especially your spine, hips, and knees, which must support your entire body weight.
- Help Joints With a Strong Core- Make sure your exercise routine includes activities that strengthen your core. That includes your chest, back, and abdomen. Stronger abs and back muscles help you keep your balance and prevent falls that can damage your joints.
Perfect Your Posture for Good Joints- Slouching is not good for your joints. Standing and sitting up straight protect your joints from your neck to your knees. Good posture also helps guard your hip joints and back muscles.