OH My Poor Knees

hanzibobs931

hi guys i have knee problems (they pop out and do all sorts of funny things)

anyway my knees are really bad today and i can hardly walk has anyone got any ideas for low impact exercises i can do. that don't involve walking, jumping, lunging or running :P

i really want to work out today im just not sure how to.

Thanks Hannah

jakicooke

ouch sounds painful but how about some planks, press ups, sit ups and variations of those to make a circuit?

Abbie_T

I know Shaun T's 'T25' workout series has a low impact modifier for people with bad joints/back issues etc (Tania does the workout with minimal jumping around to reduce stress on the joints).

Also, cross trainers are good at reducing knee impact whilst you're moving on them, rowing machines (I'm assuming it is the impact/jolting that comes with working out that causes your knee pain).

I'd also recommend going and seeing a doctor just to verify all of this, they're usually able to recommend things specifically to your medical history and physical issues

Hope this helps!

hanzibobs931

Abbie_T wrote: »

I know Shaun T's 'T25' workout series has a low impact modifier for people with bad joints/back issues etc (Tania does the workout with minimal jumping around to reduce stress on the joints).

Also, cross trainers are good at reducing knee impact whilst you're moving on them, rowing machines (I'm assuming it is the impact/jolting that comes with working out that causes your knee pain).

I'd also recommend going and seeing a doctor just to verify all of this, they're usually able to recommend things specifically to your medical history and physical issues

Hope this helps!

thanks I have a massive list of no no's from my consultant. it just makes me want to do them more ha ha ha

gruffdris

cycling, get the saddle to the right height and you should be fine

hanzibobs931

gruffdris wrote: »

cycling, get the saddle to the right height and you should be fine

I cant ride a bike doctor said no

47Jacqueline

The correct shoes with the right support. My orthopedist recommended New Balance - they have different models for different solutions. (Cross trainers for classes, running shoes for running, tennis shoes for tennis, etc.)

Some people in my ballet class (at the gym - not professionals) wear knee braces. And in my my workout classes, people are wearing knee supports.

Don't hyperextend your knees when working out, keep you knees soft. Switch from high to low impact workouts.

CipherZero

If your doctor isn't a physiotherapist I'd take with several grains of salt his advice on working out.

What do you mean by your knees pop out? Do you get dislocations, funny noises, or something else?

hanzibobs931

CipherZero wrote: »

If your doctor isn't a physiotherapist I'd take with several grains of salt his advice on working out.

What do you mean by your knees pop out? Do you get dislocations, funny noises, or something else?

my consultant is a knee doctor whatever that is called, he was the one that gave me the list, he is a sports injury expert as well so I think he knows his stuff.

my knees hyper extend and I used to run distance for my school and county I have stretched the ligaments in my knees and hip and this means that they fall out of the joint, pop and click a lot and dislocate, some days im fine and others I cant move.... hence the problem

I love working out and I had always been an active teenager I just miss the activity.

CipherZero

Sweet, sounds like you have the right doctor. I would suggest asking about barbell squats - starting light, of course - to build the soft tissue strength as well as muscle mass.

Usual disclaimer, IANAD.

brightsideofpink

If he gave you the list of 'no's he should also be well versed in a list of 'yes's. You can probably call his office and get a prepared list without even making an appointment.

I personally find that walking on an incline takes a lot of pressure off of my knees. A treadmill incline of 5 seems to be the perfect balance for me. Harder to replicate on real roads of course.

branflakes1980

brightsideofpink wrote: »

If he gave you the list of 'no's he should also be well versed in a list of 'yes's. You can probably call his office and get a prepared list without even making an appointment.

I personally find that walking on an incline takes a lot of pressure off of my knees. A treadmill incline of 5 seems to be the perfect balance for me. Harder to replicate on real roads of course.

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My_Butt

When I'm limited on time (work 16 hours a day/ 6 days a week), or my knees are bad (arthritis), I just get out my weighted hula hoop, play some upbeat music, and go at it. Don't lock your knees while hooping, keep a slight bend. My hoop is 5lbs and it helped shed weight really quickly with practically no effort.