| If you have recently been diagnosed with rheumatoid | | | | Pilates are good examples of exercises that can |
| arthritis, maybe you think you're doomed to a lifetime | | | | substantially gently increase your range of motion. |
| of pain and discomfort. The truth is that many people | | | | Running, walking, and bicycling are excellent aerobic |
| live long and full lives, even while living with rheumatoid | | | | exercises that are good for your heart and overall joint |
| arthritis. But if you truly want to thrive despite your | | | | health. Water exercises in particular are good for |
| diagnosis, chances are you'll have to reconsider your | | | | rheumatoid arthritis sufferers because it increases your |
| lifestyle choices. Living a healthy lifestyle is of course | | | | flexibility while increasing your strength. |
| recommended for all. But it becomes even more | | | | Before you begin an exercise program, make certain |
| important if you are a rheumatoid arthritis sufferer. | | | | to speak with your health care provider. As a |
| A key item to remember when facing the pain of | | | | rheumatoid arthritis patient, your doctor may be able to |
| arthritis is to learn to listen to your body. Learn to read | | | | prescribe specific exercises that can help alleviate |
| it like your favorite book. You should know which | | | | your symptoms. Your doctor may also be able to |
| activities cause you more joint pain and stiffness. You | | | | refer you to a physical therapist that you can work |
| should learn your limits and you can learn this by paying | | | | with. |
| attention to how your body responds to your activities | | | | Another very important facet of taking care of your |
| of daily living, including physical activities that you enjoy. | | | | self has to do with eating well. Eating well not only |
| Pay attention and learn to avoid over doing it. | | | | helps you get the right nutrients, but also to maintain a |
| Another very important thing to consider is that you | | | | healthy weight. This is particularly important for good |
| must work every single day to stay healthy and | | | | joint health. |
| physically mobile. Daily exercise must be a part of your | | | | Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Low fat dairy |
| every single day. No cheating. Keep moving. Physical | | | | products and lean proteins are also important for |
| activity is a critical part of your arthritis treatment. | | | | preserving bone integrity. Make certain that you are |
| There are many research studies that indicate that | | | | getting enough of the right nutrients, including vitamin c |
| some type of regular physical activity can actually help | | | | and calcium. If you suspect you may not be getting |
| you to have less pain and fatigue. We all know that | | | | enough of these nutrients, pay a visit to your doctor. |
| regular exercise can increase your strength and | | | | He or she may be able to prescribe specific |
| flexibility. Well the same holds true for arthritis patients. | | | | supplements that will help combat the symptoms of |
| Yes, you must learn what type of exercises are best | | | | rheumatoid arthritis. |
| for your particular situation but don't be afraid of trying | | | | Well, if you are on the hunt for ways in which you can |
| something new. Get moving! Just remember that you | | | | relieve some of the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, |
| must learn to read your body's signs of over exertion. | | | | then first of all be sure that you are following all the |
| There are three general types of exercises that are | | | | rules of a healthy lifestyle. It is imperative that a healthy |
| well suited to those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. | | | | diet and healthy lifestyle are as much a part of your |
| They are: flexibility exercises, cardio or aerobic | | | | life as breathing. It is simply that important. |
| exercises, and strengthening exercises. Yoga and | | | | |