Tips on Improving Agility
Other
methods of improving joint health include:
• Weight
loss- reducing your weight by as little as 10% can help to reduce the stress on your joints.
•
Stretching and muscle-strengthening exercises- Stretching daily helps with flexibility and muscle movement
that will help with minor aches and pains.
• Heat- Various heat treatments
such as hot packs, heating pads and whirlpools are excellent sources of moist heat.
•
Massage- Offers temporary relaxation and therapeutic benefits. (www.amtamassage.org)
• Proper Footwear- Prevent excess strain on the front of the foot.
Avoid wearing high-heeled shoes.
• Exercise- Be sure to include range-of
motion exercises, as well as strengthening and endurance exercises to your regimen.
Cushioning the Blow on Your Joints
Everyday,
your joints undergo stress that can wreak havoc on your body. Along with regular exercise, certain dietary ingredients may
be helpful in supporting joint health. Scientific studies have shown that along with exercise, dietary ingredients such as
glucosamine and chondroitin may be helpful in supporting healthy joints.
Glucosamine provides an important
component for joint cartilage and supports healthy joint function