Muscle strength is needed to support the joints and help prevent falls and arthritic problems. Without regular use, muscles can become flabby, soft, and weak. Strengthening exercises will help you to remain strong and active without tiring easily. Flexibility exercises These exercises will help you maintain full motion in your joints. They prevent or delay muscles from becoming short and tight.
Flexibility exercises can also slow down or prevent arthritis.
As your joint motion gradually increases, you will be able to reach, turn and move in all directions with more grace and less pain. This is a gradual increase of physical activity which prepares your body for aerobic activity. It can be done in 5-10 minutes by gradually increasing the pace of your walk. Some strengthening and flexibility exercises can also be done. Warm-up helps prevent muscle stress and strain and is essential for safe aerobic walking or other activities.