If you have rheumatoid arthritis, I am sure you have pain. One thing I have learned in my four decades of dealing with RA is that the worst thing you can do is not move! Doctors tell us to exercise. However, we are not given any guidance as to what the best exercises are for arthritis pain.
In my opinion, most exercise programs are designed for people that are healthy, not ones who are in pain. The following books specialize in exercises designed for people with either rheumatoid or osteoarthritis.
Arthritis: What Exercises Work?
I just purchased this book and I am very impressed!
It shows you how to develop a tailor-made exercise routine that works best for you. Included are suggestions for exercising under special circumstances such as when you are having a flare-up or when coping with other health challenges.
There are exercises for all parts of the body including:
- neck and jaw
- shoulder
- elbow
- wrist
- hands and fingers
- back
- hip
- knees
- ankles and feet
Chair Exercises for Arthritis
The exercises in the Sit and Be Fit Arthritis Workout are slow moving, gentle and include arthritis exercises that are perfect for anyone dealing with arthritis pain.
While the title of the DVD might lead you to believe that all the exercises are done in a seated position, there are also exercises that are done standing. The times for the workouts are about half seated and half standing.
Some of the exercises use exercise balls. So you may want to go ahead and purchase those as well so you will have everything you need. 😉
I have selected the best selling small and large exercise balls for you below.
Trideer Mini Exercise Ball, 9 Inch Small Bender BallBuy on AmazonURBNFIT Exercise Ball – Yoga Ball in Multiple SizesBuy on Amazon
URBNFIT Exercise Ball Sizes
| 23 cm = 9″ | 65 cm = 25″ |
| 45 cm = 17″ | 75 cm = 29″ |
| 55 cm = 21 “ | 85 cm = 33 |
What is the Best Exercise for Arthritis?
Exercises for Arthritis is a safe and effective way to increase strength, improve flexibility, gain energy and reduce pain.
The medical and fitness experts at The Healthy Living Institute have developed 100 simple exercises to help people with arthritis strengthen their ligaments, build muscle and develop flexibility in addition to fighting fatigue and pain.
The exercises target areas of the body such as:
- neck and back
- hands and arms
- hips
- knees
- feet
There are workout plans for all levels of fitness. There are water exercises for arthritis also included, as well as tips for getting motivated.
Exercises for Arthritis can help you eliminate your pain, stay independent and generally improve the quality of your life.
Yoga for Arthritis: The Complete Guide
A comprehensive, user-friendly medical yoga program designed for management and prevention of arthritis.
While rheumatoid arthritis will restrict motion, yoga can increase your range of motion. Consequently, the two were made for each other. 🙂
Studies have shown that exercise can be helpful to almost all forms of arthritis. Especially those that include stretching and are low impact. Yoga is one of those forms of exercise.
This book is broke down into chapters that target each major joint. There are over 400 illustrations to make it easy to figure out how to do each of the 100 classical yoga poses.
Yoga for Arthritis will help you find lasting relief from arthritis.
Strong Women and Men Beat Arthritis
The results of one study has shown that exercise resulted in a:
- 43% reduction in pain
- 44% improvement in physical function
- 71% improvement in strength
This book includes:
- an exercise program that will protect your joints and also will relieve stiffness
- a scientifically designed eating plan that can reduce inflammation and pain
- which complementary therapies work and which one don’t
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