Walking for Improved Joint Health

Wednesday, August 19, 2009 by Marie Spano, MS, RD
Do your knees hurt?

If your joints ache from time to time, you aren’t alone.  In fact, I’m not sure what my knees would do without glucosamine and chondroitin since they get angry with me if I forget a few days (typically when traveling).  Aside from taking this liquid supplement and resting when needed, exercise can actually help you maintain joint health. 

Think about it – any exercise enhances blood flow to your muscles thereby delivering nutrients as well.  And by exercising you are building your muscle tissue, which will protect your joints. 

Walk!
Many forms of exercise are great but walking is easy - walking in the water is fantastic if your joints really hurt and great this time of year!  If it’s too hot outside, get up in the early morning or walk in the evenings.  Go for a hike in the shade along a beautiful trail! 

Another thing you can do to strengthen your knees – the joints typically affected with pain, is to contract your thigh muscles, hold it for 5 seconds and release.  Try 10 of these at first and build up to more.  This will strengthen your muscles that support your knees and helps in managing arthritis.

See http://www.active.com/walking/Articles/6_Ways_to_Keep_your_Knees_Pain-free.htm

Glucosamine and Chondroitin supplements help support joint health by providing essential nutrients for flexibility and movement.  So be sure to take your liquid glucosamine and chondroitin each day before walking - your joints will applaud you!

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