Last month we discussed the benefits of exercising for those living with fibromyalgia. We also noted that many people with this chronic condition are in too much pain to complete the requisite amount of exercise necessary to see an improvement in their condition. It seems like a double-edged sword in that individuals need to work out in order to better manage the pain associated with fibromyalgia; however sometimes that same pain is too debilitating to allow exercise in the first place. Fortunately, a new study published in Arthritis Research and Therapy and summarized in U.S. News and World Report: Health, indicates that even small steps throughout the day can count toward exercise, and individuals can reap the same pain management benefits.
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We have been encouraged for a number of years now to exercise in order to keep weight gain at bay, to reduce stress, and to protect our hearts. Some research even indicates that those individuals who engage in regular cardiovascular activity, as well as weight lifting, improve their memory and overall intelligence. Now, a new study, published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, indicates that exercise may also be beneficial to those suffering with chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia. It appears that exercise is important for everyone at every stage of their lives.
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