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OhSnap779
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Hello MFP community!
I'm searching for ideas for low impact (sometimes no impact) exercises. I have arthritis and other autoimmune issues which causes pain and inflammation in my joints and tendons. My hands are affected the most (no push-ups for this gal), but many other joints and tendons are affected from time to time. Some days, even gentle walking is too much. Is it possible to get a good calorie burn on days such as that? What are your favorite low impact exercises? TIA
I'm searching for ideas for low impact (sometimes no impact) exercises. I have arthritis and other autoimmune issues which causes pain and inflammation in my joints and tendons. My hands are affected the most (no push-ups for this gal), but many other joints and tendons are affected from time to time. Some days, even gentle walking is too much. Is it possible to get a good calorie burn on days such as that? What are your favorite low impact exercises? TIA
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stationary bike or eliptical1
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Yoga or pilates0
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Riding a bike (especially a road bike) is very low impact, and it's fun!0
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Have you tried swimming?1
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Biking and swimming are definitely good options. If you can walk-do so slowly but at a high incline. This way you are burning more calories and taxing yourself without adding speed.1
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Swimming, rowing, kayaking with current, aerobics, walking, walking aerobics, stretches, light weights, and dancing.
FitnessBlender has a low impact no jumping video that I did once because my knees were hurting. There are many exercise videos out there. During a video, if any exercise troubles a certain part of your body and then just keep moving until the next exercise. Wish you the best!0 -
Thanks for the ideas and tips. I appreciate it.0
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