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Exercise in Rheumatic Diseases

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Nutrition and Rheumatic Disease

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Summary

• Physical activity and exercise are safe and beneficial or the vast majority of people, including those with rheumatic disease.

• Exercise aids in the prevention and management of chronic ill health, including rheumatic conditions, coronary heart disease, diabetes, strokes, certain cancers, and improves psychological well-being.

• People should aim to do 30 minutes of moderate activity at least five times per week to gain health benefits.

• Prior to beginning an exercise regimen, patients should establish current physical abilities and activity levels, and then set realistic, appropriate goals that “nudge the boundaries” and can be monitored regularly.

• Within reason, the more exercise a person can do, the better, but only within the boundaries of maintaining safety and comfort.

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Bearne, L.M., Hurley, M.V. (2008). Exercise in Rheumatic Diseases. In: Coleman, L.A. (eds) Nutrition and Rheumatic Disease. Nutrition and Health. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-403-2_5

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