Every two months we feature a different activity to inspire people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) to Move to Improve. In July / August we featured walking – click on ‘All Activities’ in the side bar to find out about walking or, if you have tried walking, why not enter a review to share with others. There are many fun ways to be physically active – watch this space for new activities in the future.
Introduction
Tai chi, qigong, yoga and Pilates are all gentle forms of exercise that can be particularly beneficial for people with RMDs. Whilst all the forms of exercise listed below can be done at home, it is vitally important that you learn the correct technique from a qualified teacher, who will check that you are performing the movements more
For September/October, our Activity of the Month is cycling – a perfect way to be physically active inside or out of doors. Cycling is a great form of exercise for people with RMDs and it can also be a fun way to get around, whether you live in a city or the countryside.
If you’ve never ridden a bicycle more
We start with walking, which is a fantastic way to start an exercise plan, as it’s free, low impact and doesn’t put the joints under much stress.
Walking regularly and moderately could help:
Improve your condition
Aid weight loss
Improve confidence.
Read on to find more
PEOPLE HAVE SHOWN THEIR SUPPORT
Low impact forms of exercise, which can build strength, balance and flexibility
As a sports student of 21 years old, it was very hard to be diagnosed with arthritis, but I looked for new ways to maintain and improve my flexibility. Thanks to tai chi and qigong I am still very mobile and, despite having severe pain and undergone physical changes, have learned to find and keep my inner balance.
Low impact forms of exercise, which can build strength, balance and flexibility
As a sports student of 21 years old, it was very hard to be diagnosed with arthritis, but I looked for new ways to maintain and improve my flexibility. Thanks to tai chi and qigong I am still very mobile and, despite having severe pain and undergone physical changes, have learned to find and keep my inner balance.