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The Best Exercises for Reducing Inflammation by Jenson Mak | Jun 21, 2021 | Dr. Jenson Mak, Healthy Ageing, Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds, Running, Uncategorized, Vitality
What is Inflammation Inflammation is the process by which white blood cells fight against bacteria, viruses, and infections that may harm the body. When these cells are damaged, the immune system is affected. Some chemicals such as proteins and antibodies get released to the damaged cells. Blood flow increases, leading to high health risks. Acute inflammation lasts for hours or days, while chronic inflammation takes longer as it affects tissues and organs negatively. If not treated, chronic inflammation can cause asthma and cancer. jensonmak.com/the-best-exercises-for-reducing-inflammation/
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Chronic Inflammation Symptoms The most common types of chronic inflammation symptoms include: Abdominal pain Joint pains Fatigue Swelling Fever Chest pains Rashes
Exercises to Reduce Inflammation Swimming Swimming is a perfect exercise offering a variety of benefits without causing joint damage. Swimming strengthens the heart muscles as well as relaxing tension to reduce inflammation. The best practices to reduce joint pains while swimming is performing arm circles, crawls, and relaxing in a warm pool. Sign up for a swimming class with a professional swimming instructor when not comfortable in the water.
Virtual Reality Sports Virtual reality sports manage stress and pain. This immersive experience tricks a person’s brain by making them present in another reality reducing pain and anxiety. The medical environment is investing in this sport as it has shown significant improvement in patients with chronic inflammation.
Yoga Yoga exercises help in reducing knee, back, hip, and joint pains. They also reduce the burning sensation. Different types of yoga poses bring the body back to balance and inflammation. Some of these poses include the child’s pose, fish pose, triangle pose, bridge pose, and twisted pose. Get a yoga instructor to ensure the poses are done right.
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Aerobic dances are fitness exercises to keep fit as well as improving health. Zumba, belly dance jazzercise, and ballroom dancing are examples of aerobic dances. Participating in peace dances enhances a person’s mood and reduces stress. One gets an opportunity to meet new people in aerobic classes. Interacting with people helps in the management of stress when sharing experiences.
Bike Riding Bike riding allows people to interact with mother nature as they spend time outside. Cycling slowly reduces high blood pressure as the cardiorespiratory is put to balance. Joints are lubricated, reducing stiffness and pain.
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