Knee pain - will it go or should I stop?

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  • HollisGrant
    HollisGrant Posts: 2,022 Member
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    Hey everyone,

    I'm pretty new to exercise. I've only been doing 30 Day Shred for four days and went for a run today.

    My knees are in agony!! Is this common? is this purely just because I have only just started and my knees aren't used to this kind of exercise? or am I doing myself damage by continuing through the pain? I really really really don't want to give up before I begin but obviously don't want to injure myself. I know there are other exercises I could do which have less impact on my knees but I think I would find it hard to find activities/work outs that I enjoy that wouldn't use my knees. Do you think knee supports of some sort would/could help?

    Sorry for all the questions.

    Read the 1-star (negative) reviews for this DVD on Amazon. Lots of knee injuries. Be careful. I would see a doctor if it doesn't clear up.
  • TheRealParisLove
    TheRealParisLove Posts: 1,907 Member
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    If the knee pain is dull and achey (kind of like a headache in your knee) I tend to just push through. If it is sharp and sudden, I will stop immediately.

    The achey pain in joints will get better with more usage. Pay close attention to sharp and sudden pains in joints. That is not good.
  • hazellac
    hazellac Posts: 90 Member
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    If the knee pain is dull and achey (kind of like a headache in your knee) I tend to just push through. If it is sharp and sudden, I will stop immediately.

    The achey pain in joints will get better with more usage. Pay close attention to sharp and sudden pains in joints. That is not good.

    That's just how I'd describe it, a headache in my knees. I'm thinking it's all just because my body (particularly my knees) just aren't used to this kind of exercise. I'll slow down but won't stop completely unless the pain doesn't subside after getting better running shoes.
  • Gnawcraft
    Gnawcraft Posts: 737 Member
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    If in doubt, visit a doctor. Better safe than sorry.
  • kiesha22001
    kiesha22001 Posts: 70 Member
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    Swimming and bike riding are easy on my knees. I was told by my doctor that bike riding is a wonderful exercise because it works both sides of your knees equally. Swimming is great because it doesn't feel like work to me!
  • JustAnotherGirlSuzanne
    JustAnotherGirlSuzanne Posts: 932 Member
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    I've had bad knees all my life and the 30DS wasn't very soft on them either.

    I took a day off 7 days into the shred and things went uphill from there. I made it through level two without any pain until the end when I took a couple rest days, and I bought a knee brace for my left knee (the one that needs the most support). Also, for the more jarring knee activities such as plank jacks or mountain climber I either followed Anita or I did them a bit slower than Natalie.

    Wearing a tensor bandage was probably the best though. And if it starts to feel like it's starting to hurt... STOP!
  • poedunk65
    poedunk65 Posts: 1,336 Member
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    I would say go to an orthopaedic doctor before you do cause any permanent damage.
  • bodiva88
    bodiva88 Posts: 308 Member
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    If you have sharp pain, swelling, or stiffness in the joint, I agree with those who say see a doctor. I went to a sports doc who specializes in nonsurgical treatment when I was having trouble with my knees. He recommended I ride an exercise bike or do other low impact excersice to strengthen my quads. And I went to physical therapy to get excersizes to use.

    You can also walk (gently, not thumping) up and down steps.

    Then ease into higher-impact work. Strengthening your quads will reduce the stress on your knees when walking and running. It certainly helped me with walking. Now I cycle a couple of times a week and swim, and have had no problem walking or climbing stairs since well before I started losing weight. I have arthritis in my knees, though, so I don't run. But I used to have trouble just walking until I worked on strengthening my thighs (and calves).
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,614 Member
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    Knee pain is probably because of incorrect form on 30DS. I've heard more people say this on this program than any other.

    Stop doing 30DS or modify the jumps until you learn correct form.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
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    Been in fitness industry for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
  • ShellyBell999
    ShellyBell999 Posts: 1,482 Member
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    Form, form, form:

    Something similar happened to me last winter while trying Insanity. 3 weeks in to the program and added running outside, I was in pain in my right knee. Turns out I had torn my meniscus and aggravated an old ACL tear.

    I switched to weights and now can squat 130lbs for up to 10x5 because of proper form.
    I still have a torn ligament and meniscus, for which I'll be having surgery on next month, but, I am not in pain and do not experience any swelling with lifting and good form.

    I would find out why you're having the pain and adjust your routine from there, always building off bona fide form.
  • stumblinthrulife
    stumblinthrulife Posts: 2,558 Member
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    I've read two types of review for 30DS -

    Positively glowing
    and
    Blew my knee out

    Given how many positive reviews there are, my guess is the 'blew my knee out' crowd were doing it with poor form, but I would say this should be a warning sign for you.
  • miqisha
    miqisha Posts: 1,534 Member
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    You probably should refrain from running, jumping jacks, squats etc until your knee feels better. As you mentioned there are other exercises that do not bother your knee, stick to those for a couple weeks and give your knee time to heal and them work them in slowly and see how it goes

    Working through the pain will only cause more harm than good.

    Good luck!!!!
  • TiaXL
    TiaXL Posts: 31 Member
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    Coming from a person who has the threat of a hip replacement, and who has had 4 on the left leg knee surgeries, now wearing a brace on the right leg... STOP!!!!! Injuries from being an athlete and listening to everyone about the pain and not a doctor.

    If anyone gives you any other advice DO NOT listen to them unless they are an Orthopedic specialist with MD behind their names. Ice is your friend! RICE - rest, ice, compression, elevation...

    No disrespect certifications don't count go to a doctor. Wish you the best!
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    How old are your shoes might be time to replace them. Also rest a few days walk and do hatha yoga ( i use youtube yogtastic) dont stop completly or it could make it longer to recover. When you do go back to it watch your form closely! Maybe you are over training if so do that maybe every other day and do something low impact on the off days like swimming or just walking until you build up.
  • michail71
    michail71 Posts: 120 Member
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    I know nothing about 30DS but I would first see an ortho or sports specialist. They're more likely to get to the bio-mechanical cause of the problem. Most injuries can be worked around and rehabbed rather easily. Most of the time it's tight muscles that need regular stretching, or a muscle weakness/imbalance.

    General doctors will just tell you to take it easy and prescribe an anti inflammatory.
  • michail71
    michail71 Posts: 120 Member
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    I switched to weights and now can squat 130lbs for up to 10x5 because of proper form.
    I still have a torn ligament and meniscus, for which I'll be having surgery on next month, but, I am not in pain and do not experience any swelling with lifting and good form.

    Best thing for your knees ever! Heavy, deep full range of motion squats.
  • bwright9752
    bwright9752 Posts: 125 Member
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    The number one thing you should do is go to a running store and have your feet and stride analyzed (they do this for free). Then they will recommend the shoe you need. There are 3 basic types of runners: Pronators, supinators and neutrals. If you don't have the correct shoes, it will put your entire leg out of alignment and cause pain and long term damage.

    Best of luck!

    This. But don't do 30ds in running shoes, they don't offer any lateral support when doing jumping jacks or other moves. Find training shoes that offer similar support to the running shoes the running store recommends.
  • A_Healthier_Me2013
    A_Healthier_Me2013 Posts: 227 Member
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    i feel like i have bad knee pains the day after i exercise as well ... great advice !
  • MelStren
    MelStren Posts: 457 Member
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    I would probably wait a few days and see if the pain subsides. If it does I would start to exercise again but maybe not as intense as before. I would probably also take a supplement that helps with joints.

    If the pain persists or returns as soon as you start exercising again I would make an appointment with your doctor.

    This.

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