And you'll have to keep doing the exercises to maintain the benefit, Dr. Zimmern points out.

Both weight-bearing exercise and strength training improve or maintain the quality of life for people with rheumatoid arthritis.4, 5 Your specific joint problem may guide the type of activity that will help the most.

Aerobic exercise, to condition your heart and other muscles, maintain health, and speed recovery.

Try the following exercises to maintain flexibility: Hamstring stretch Knee-to-chest exercise Avoid high-impact exercise, such as running, skiing, snowboarding, or playing tennis, until your knee is no longer painful or swollen.

"The result indicated that regular sexual activity preserves potency in a similar fashion as physical exercise maintains functional capacity," the scientists concluded.

Although these exercises don't build or maintain bone density, they may increase muscle strength and decrease the risk of falls and fractures.

To prevent constipation, maintain a diet adequate in fiber, drink plenty of water, and exercise.

As the recovery proceeds, exercise may increase to best occupy the horse's attention and maintain recovery.

Regular physical exercise is a crucial factor in building and maintaining strong bones.

Rachel's body was taut and well muscled in a way that only strenuous exercise could maintain.