Strength training with arthritis
mousemom18
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I've lost some weight with mostly cardio and diet and want to look at strength training. I did some upper body work with a trainer while preparing for the Tough Mudder earlier but now I want to see what else I can do.
Running is getting to be less of an option because of arthritis in my knees (I'm 49). Almost all lifting routines include squats/lunges and they are brutal on my knees.
Should I start with light weights and try to build endurance over time or try an alternate exercise? Deadlifts, rows, chest presses - all okay but I don't want to miss out on an important component.
Running is getting to be less of an option because of arthritis in my knees (I'm 49). Almost all lifting routines include squats/lunges and they are brutal on my knees.
Should I start with light weights and try to build endurance over time or try an alternate exercise? Deadlifts, rows, chest presses - all okay but I don't want to miss out on an important component.
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Bumping because I would like to hear responses to this.
I'm dealing with arthritis as well, mostly back and wrists...0
