Having healthyjointsis central to maintaining freedom of movement.
Here are five things to stop doing now to avoid aging your joints faster.
Not Staying Hydrated
Most of the body’s joints are synovial joints surrounded by synovial fluid.
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Synovial fluid is a lubricant and shock absorber for the joints.
It delivers nutrients and removes waste products to/from the joints.
Because synovial fluid is mostly water, if you are dehydrated, you are compromising all of these functions.
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Your joints will experience more wear and tear if you are not properly hydrated.
Not Sleeping or Resting Enough In Between Workouts
Healing happens during sleep and rest.
Not Warming Up Properly Before Working Out
Warming up prepares the body for what is ahead.
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Either presently or in the past.
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