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However, as we (inevitably) age, it is important to continue moving our joints in their full motion. You know the saying – if you don\u2019t use it, you lose it! Understand how Maintaining the health of your joints is easier than you think.The freedom to move is something we often take for granted; but for some, it is a daily struggle and considered a luxury. Much of our quality of life depends on mobility. The strength and flexibility of our joints and muscles also influence our sense of inner freedom.What is a Joint?There are a couple different types of joints, which are spaces in our bodies where two bones connect, meaning a lot of connective tissue is happening. The joints we think about most often are synovial joints, which are moveable and supple, such as the knees, hips, elbows, shoulders and fingers. However, there are more joints in our body that are not as widely known, like the cartilaginous and fibrous joints found in the skull and the pelvis, which barely move at all!Still, what are all of these connective tissues doing in our joints? Here are a few of types of connective tissues found:Collagen – a type of tissue that serves as the main structure for the jointTendons – collagen fibers that connect bones to musclesLigaments – soft tissue that connects bones to bones. Joints that are super moveable like the shoulder have fewer ligaments than a joint like the elbow, which is less moveable, but more stable Cartilage – absorbs shock so our bones don\u2019t clank togetherSynovial fluid – lubricates the joints, kind of like a \u201cjoint oil\u201dWhat Happens to Joints as we Age?Most of the time, when our joints like our knuckles and knees crack, there is nothing to worry about. Those popping sounds is the releasing of nitrogen bubbles that were trapped in synovial fluid.However, as we age, joint movement may become stiffer due to less \u201cjoint oil\u201d and thinning cartilage. Also, ligaments may become shorter and less flexible. All of these reasons may make your body feel a little bit more wooden and impliable. Who wants that?! And how do we prevent this from happening?! The Importance of MovementYou know the feeling when you stand up after a long car ride or sitting at a desk all day? Tight, sore, stiff, tired. Lack of movement shrinks our cartilage and stagnates our synovial fluid. We want to keep everything in motion – moving!As we age, our bones lose calcium and other minerals. Also, the change in hormones may affect our bones (menopause). Strong bones and strong muscles play big role in maintaining healthy joints. How to Maintain Joint HealthNobody wants arthritis, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, weakness, pain, or any sort of discomfort for that matter! In order to maintain proper joint health, here are a few easy ideas to incorporate into your daily routine: Warm up before your exercises to increase circulation and lubricate your joints \u2014 simple jumping jacks, jogging in place, and stretches should suffice. Build strength in your muscles to support your joints \u2014 try lifting weights, or hold your own weight in plank pose, lunges or pull ups. Create a low impact hobby \u2014 walk, jog, swim, pilates or yoga. Drink more water \u2014 Water makes up 80 percent of your cartilage. Massages and body rolling \u2014 help get those fluids moving around in your body. Yoga \u2014 practice poses to move your joints in their full motion. Weight \u2014 maintain a healthy weight so there is less pressure on your joints. Increase core strength \u2014 helps with moving your body in every way. Stay positive \u2014 if it seems painful or challenging to workout everyday, be sure to try new things until you find something that is fun and works for you. Modify your workouts and dwell in those post-workout endorphins! Take a supplement, like YouVeda\u2019s My Healthy Joints which includes boswellia, curcumin, giner and laksha guggul which help promote joint mobility and magnesium, L-phenylalanine and coenzyme Q10 to provide crucial nutrients for bone and joint health.Of course, our spine is very important, bringing messages from our brain to all of our body parts and helping us stand up straight and tall. Here are a couple yoga poses to practice daily (it shouldn\u2019t take more than 5 minutes!) to keep your spine supple and strong:Cat \/ cow tilts Supine twists Bridge Pelvic tiltsWe hope that your joints remain healthy for your whole life, and you find some simple techniques to keep your joints working painlessly and properly! 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