If you’ve been diagnosed with Crohn’s, you’ve likely become familiar with the CRP (C-Reactive Protein) test, a standard marker for doctors monitoring inflammation.
Yet according to Mark Lipponis, MD, a simple daily activity may be able to help you move your own numbers. In his book, UltraLongevity, the Medical Director of Canyon Ranch cites scientific studies showing rhythmic exercise can calm overactive immune systems and lower CRP inflammation markers.
One study comparing a variety of exercises found that swimmers and rowers had the lowest CRP levels. Yet whether you were born to swim or prefer to keep your feet firmly on terra firma, there is some kind of rhythmic exercise you can do today.
Ready to dive in — literally? Or maybe you’d prefer to start with a short stroll in the park? Here is a short list of rhythmic exercises to help you get started. FInd one that works for you and remember to check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program:
- walking (outside or on a treadmill)
- hiking
- rebounding on a mini-trampoline
- jogging
- dancing
- tennis
- biking
- skating/rollerblading
- eliptical or step machine
- kayaking
- jumping rope
- swimming
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