
Exercise is often recommended by medical professionals as a way to reduce the pain associated with arthritis and other joint problems. Easier said than done, right? When your joints are on fire, getting off the couch to sweat to the oldies is not at the top of your want-to-do list. After all, it’s no secret that jumping around like a maniac to some dance fitness craze will only exacerbate your pain. The trick to reaping the rewards of exercise is to opt for exercises that engage the entire body while minimizing the impact on your joints.