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There are so many ways to get the heart pumping and the lungs puffing and here are a few fun alternatives. The key is to find something that you find enjoyable and introduces you to a group of friends who make you want to go back each week. After all, exercise is vital to making muscles stronger and fitter to protect and support joints in arthritis. Exercise does not damage joints and it's not all about football, the gym and losing your cool.
Home exercises recommended by our physios help to restore muscle and joint balance and so alleviate pain and disability. The videos below should help you to do them correctly so that you receive the maximum benefit.
Think creatively on how to fit exercises in to daily life. We know this is difficult but for instance exercises can be done while brushing teeth, watching TV or when you need a break from texting.