4. Try this “Superman” pose to reduce the risk of developing arthritis.
A strength training pose like this reduces the risk of developing arthritis and suffering from joint pain.
What to do:
- Lay on your stomach on a comfortable surface with your arms stretched out forward.
- Keeping your legs together and straight, lift them about 4 to 8 in from the floor.
- Lift your arms together at the same time. They should also be at about a 4 to 8 in distance from the floor.
- Maintain this position for 10 seconds.
- Return to the initial position. Rest for 10 seconds. Repeat 10 times.
5. Lift weights while laying down to keep back pain away.
Strengthening your core muscles helps keep some weight and stress off your back, reducing back pain.
What to do:
- Lay on your back on a comfortable surface with your knees bent.
- You should have your arms wide open and hold a heavy item like small weights or kettlebells.
- Lift your arms and join them together above your chest.
- Return your arms to the floor. If you want the exercise to be more effective, return your arms to the initial position without touching the floor.
- Repeat the movement 10 times. Rest one minute. Do 5 sets of 10.