As you age you may find that you have to deal with the effects of osteoarthritis. Yoga may be just the thing to help you feel good and keep
moving. Those who exercise, within a
range of appropriate activities, tend to feel better according to Arthritis Today, May/June 2014. Brian Teacher tells how yoga has helped him deal with the effects of osteoarthritis.
When joints aren’t
moving, just like car parts, they get rusty and freeze up. Talk with your physician about
exercises that might help you feel better, ask about yoga, and then proceed gradually to avoid muscle
pulls.
I practice Yoga 2 to 3 times a week, lift light weights, and do other types of cardiovascular exercise. I respect the age of my body and don’t do every move the teachers do or what the younger set in the class does. After Yoga, I am amazed at how much better I feel.
According to another article in this issue, keeping a positive
attitude, feeling genuinely grateful for the things and relationships you have,
laughing, and helping others may reduce stress levels and help you feel better. Permission granted to go out and have fun with friends
Try a diet rich in
vitamins and minerals, like fruit and veggies. I found that a gluten-free diet reduced inflammation
in my body and allowed me to live without the pain of arthritis. Check out the gluten-free recipes on the Maine Warmers' blog. There is a new recipe every month.
When your joints are feeling stiff, try the heat from a
Maine Warmers’ microwave hating pad. Comforting Creatures such as a Cozy Sheep or Dachshund Neck Warmers provide soothing relief and often
times bring a smile. Back Warmers can be used for a variety of
body parts, like hand, feet, elbows, and knees.
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