Some exercises for those with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease include biking, swimming and tai chi, according to the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation. Those with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease must avoid any exercise that allows the feet to leave the ground, such as running or jumping.

Adults who have Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease must get about 150 minutes of aerobic activity each week, explains the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation. Doctors suggest that patients do this activity in 10-minute increments throughout the week. Also, a patient should do bone and muscle strengthening activities that use all major muscle groups twice each week.

Some other aerobic exercises that doctors recommend for those with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease include water aerobics, gardening and household chores, states the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation. Doctors also recommend exercising on a rowing machine or an elliptical machine. Adults with this condition also may consider yoga and resistance exercises such as dumbbells or exercise bands.

Children who have Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease also must get regular exercise, including typical child play, which contributes to a healthy psychosocial and physical development, states the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation. As of 2015, clinical evidence suggests that an active lifestyle and early intervention with children who have this disease may move into a better quality of life as adults.