We need to take care of this important joint before it collapses (rubbing bone on bone)
I incorporate knee preserving exercises in my training. This entails strengthening the upper muscles surrounding the knee, without the weight of your body impacting downwards.
- Quads and hamstrings- wrap theraband around foot, then straighten and bend knee
- Inner thigh and outer thigh - tie band around ankles, then separate and return ankles together
I have recently realised that my knee injury relapses when I have been walking down stairs. Not actually while I am doing it, but later. Looks like I am destined to use lifts and escalators all the time. Doesn't get me out of walking up stairs though :)
ReplyDeleteBest way to protect your knees is to use the side step method ie. face the railing and step by step. Remember to give both sides a go - no lopsided bodies.
ReplyDeleteThis will not only prevent falling but also give those inner thighs a much needed workout.
Have fun trying - and if you get odd looks just say, "I'm training".