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...Once you feel more comfortable with your results you can add some light weight training to your program. Then add some endurance exercises such as walking or biking. You can also use a treadmill or a stationary bike.

Your program could include a yoga class, swimming, or a host of low impact exercise programs. Check with your local gym or fitness club. Almost all have programs designed for individuals suffering from arthritis.

When you are in pain it can be easy to procrastinate about doing your exercises. Don't do it! There are a couple of reasons. First once you get out of your routine you'll discover you spend less and less time on your program. Second you will loose the benefit of the increased mobility and stiffness.

Arthritis is a disease that requires balance. Balance between activities, exercise, diet, and medication. Over time you will lean what works and what doesn't. You'll learn how to live with your disease and how to keep it under control.

There will be times of frustration. There will be times when the pain is out of control. But there will be times when you feel great too! You need to start by spending some time learning about arthritis and understanding it. Then you can progress towards actively finding the right mix of treatments for you.

If you have early signs of arthritis exercise should become your best friend. It is the one tool that can prevent your arthritis from becoming worse.

Now that you have found out all about arthritis and exercise, you can take this information and use it wisely. Be sure that you contact your doctor with any concerns that you might have, as well as treatment questions and problems.

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