At 92 years old, my legs are strong and healthy! 6 common mistakes that are slowly damaging your joints – advice from a doctor.

Mistake #4: Moving with only your hands

Yes, you can clean, cook, sew—but if your legs aren’t moving, your body “turns them off.” To keep them strong, we need to use them. Even the lightest exercises—stepping in place, climbing a step, squatting lightly next to a chair—remind your body that your legs still matter.

I spend 10 minutes a day on my legs. A short walk at home in the morning, light gymnastics in the evening. The body feels the rhythm and responds with more strength.