What exercises can you do at home to strengthen your joints?
A lack of physical activity leads to weakened muscles that support your joints, resulting in stiffness, impaired coordination, and increased joint inflammation and pain.
To prevent and help treat such conditions, practice low-impact activities that focus on improving your balance and core strength:
- Walking is always a good idea and you can do it at home. Find "walking at home" workouts on YouTube and go for it! Walk for 150 min per week.
- Pilates was specially designed for injured joint recovery, and it offers simple exercises that support the deep muscles of the trunk and strengthen the bones and joints.
- Yoga improves body balance, joint flexibility, and functionality, as well as strengthens your muscles to prevent further joint injury. Try yoga classes for beginners; they offer significant health benefits and are accessible to everyone, regardless of age or ability level.
- Tai Chi reduces stiffness and keeps your joints flexible. In Tai Chi, the joints, muscles, and tendons of the entire body move smoothly, so its practice will significantly increase flexibility.
