I need some exercise advice

l_beakley
l_beakley Posts: 48
in Fitness and Exercise
I injured my knee over the Summer & the MRI showed some other problems that I didn't even know about! I REALLY need to exercise but I don't know what to do. I have a bone marrow edema from the injury, a cyst, a spur, osteoarthritis AND I'm missing some cartilage. I'm only 38 years old, for sobbing out loud! My stationary bike doesn't hurt my leg & the doctor said I could do that but I don't think that's enough. Ideas???

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  • kismicallychal
    kismicallychal Posts: 14
    Anything that takes the weight off your legs I'd imagine, so swimming, water aerobics, rower machine, weights, sit ups maybe?
  • Jamie_Lauren
    Jamie_Lauren Posts: 211 Member
    Get on that rower!! Rowing is a great all-body workout that will get your heart rate up. It's also incredibly low impact and wil not put strain on your knees. Swimming is also a good option.

    Are you able to use a stationary bike or an elliptical trainer? These things seem pretty low impact to me but might be too much strain if you have a serious knee injury.
  • l_beakley
    l_beakley Posts: 48
    I do have a stationary bike that I'm starting to use again. I'm not a swimmer so any water activities are out of the question for me. I never thought about a rowing machine! Excellent idea!

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