Exercise

Exercise can go far in keeping your body strong and healthy, able to fight disease and ward off injuries. A healthy and fit body also generally recovers faster from injury and pain.

In general, there are three basic types of exercise:

• Strengthening exercises focus on the abdominal and back muscles because these play a key role in supporting your spine and maintaining good posture.
• Stretching exercises target the soft tissues in your legs and surrounding your spine. These muscles provide the flexibility you need to move and get around.
• Aerobic exercises foster a strong and healthy heart and lung function. These kinds of exercises generally involve large muscle groups.

Do not undertake any exercises if your physician has consulted you against doing so. Immediately STOP any form of physical exercise if you experience pain, dizziness, shortness of breath, or other unusual symptoms. Always remember to breathe normally when performing any exercise.