How to: keep your joints healthy for lifeJohnson, Alison
Fortunately, there are a range of options for protecting your pet’s joints. Here’s what you should know about how to keep your dog’s joints healthy, including the causes and symptoms of joint pain, breeds that are prone to joint-related injuries, and treatment options such aship and jo...
Stretching can help make you moreflexible.The more you stretch, the more you improve therange of motionin your joints. This not only feels good, but it also can prevent injury and lead to better physical results. David...
If you aren’t constantly improving on your technique, you have a much higher chance of continuing to have nagging joint pain. If you’re serious about muscle while sparing your joints, take care of your technique. Spend time watching videos of yourself. Hire a coach who really knows w...
If you need a bit of motivation boost, then improving flexibility and mobility can also help you age well. Bonus! Attaining or maintaining a healthy weight is another essential element for joint health. The pressure on load-bearing joints, like the knee, is between three and six times you...
Hips.Bend your hips and knees at the same time. Move your hips back and down while pushing your knees out. Lower Back.Squat with a natural arch like when you stand. No rounding or excess arching. Keep your back neutral. Grip.Squeeze the bar hard. But don’t try to support heavy weig...
Hips.Bend your hips and knees at the same time. Move your hips back and down while pushing your knees out. Lower Back.Squat with a natural arch like when you stand. No rounding or excess arching. Keep your back neutral. Grip.Squeeze the bar hard. But don’t try to support heavy weig...
“Good” posture is typically easy on your body: carrying yourself in positions that don’t strain or tweak your muscles and joints. “Bad” posture, well, does the opposite. (More on that later!) Posture can be broken into two categories: static (not moving) and dynamic (in motion). ...
Although you may not feel as thirsty in cold weather, your body still loses water through sweating and breathing. So, it’s crucial to drink enough water before, during, and after exercise to keep your body working well. In winter,...
The key is to keep your entire front foot planted on the ground. Feel the stretch in the Achilles tendon and calf muscle on the rear foot by pressing the ball of your foot into the ground and letting your heel come upward. #8: Wobble Board Tilts ...