3. Pilates
Pilates is like yoga – it utilizes the breath and focuses on body alignment. This type of exercise focuses on stretching and strengthing the body while improving balance with unstable postures.
This workout is challenging and should only be performed under the supervision of a trained expert.
All challenges have their rewards; This exercise reduces weight, helps prevent further arthritis, and improves flexibility, physical, and mental health. It reduces chronic pain, enhances lubrication of the joints to improve function, and prevents wear and tear of the joints.
Resources
Arthritis-Health (Exercising with Arthritis)Up to Date (Patient Education: Arthritis and Exercise (Beyond the Basics)Natural Arthritis Treatments (6 Awesome Benefits of Pilates in Arthritis)Arthritis Foundation (Water Walking 101)Arthritis Foundation (Stationary Bike)Related Search Topics (Ads)
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