Tips For Optimal Joint Health

Most bodybuilders and athletes experience joint problems at some point in their training. That’s because the joints endure a lot of stress that’s compounded by years of intense, and often heavy, workouts. Healthy, strong joints are the key to moving freely without stiffness or pain. In this article, we will look at several tips for optimal joint health. We will also take a look at the innovative 5% Nutrition Joint Defender formula as well as other 5% supplements that can help.

Joints Defined

Before we continue, it’s a good idea to have an understanding of what the joints are.

They are not directly involved with the muscles; instead, joints are simply the junction where your bones connect.

Joints are classified according to their structure. However, they may also be classified by their degree of movement, shape, and function.

The three types of structural joint classifications are:

Cartilaginous - This is a joint joined by cartilage. This joint allows very limited movement. Examples are the ribs and spine.
Fibrous - A joint joined by connective tissue that mainly consists of collagen fibers.
Synovial - This is a joint that is not directly joined. Instead, it’s a connection between two bones that consists of a cartilage-lined cavity filled with fluid. An example is the ball-and-socket shoulder joint.

In terms of function, joints fall into one of three categories:

Amphiarthrosis – This type of joint allows limited mobility. An example is the intervertebral discs of the spine.
Synarthrosis – This type of joint allows no movement at all. An example is the fibrous joints that connect the bones of the skull.
Synovial – This joint allows the greatest range of motion. As noted above, an example is the shoulders. Also included are the hips, knees, ankles, elbows, and hands. (1, 2, 3)

Cartilage Defined

Cartilage is defined as a smooth elastic tissue that covers and protects the ends of bones. It acts as a type of padding for the joint which prevents bone-on-bone touching. This allows full freedom of movement. (2)

Collagen And Connective Tissue

Beyond what we’ve talked about so far is connective tissues. This includes tendons, ligaments, and muscles. At the heart of all this is an important structural protein known as collagen.

Collagen is produced by our bodies naturally. As we age, our ability to produce collagen declines. Without sufficient collagen production, the various connective tissues weaken. This leads to sore joints and weak bones. (4)

Joint Defender - A Comprehensive Joint Support Formula

We’ve seen that the health and function of your joints, along with collagen production, suffer over time. Let’s be real, the demands of living the bodybuilding lifestyle can stress the joints significantly.

Whether or not your joints are sore, if you train hard, you need 5% Nutrition Joint Defender. This innovative formula provides 10 overdosed ingredients that help ease joint pain, inflammation, and stiffness. Joint Defender contains Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, and Hyaluronic Acid. There’s also Collagen Type II. That’s just the beginning. Joint Defender provides a complete solution to joint health and function.