Many factors can cause damage to the knees, whether it be blatant accidents, sports-induced, old age, or being overweight. Of course, therapy or even surgery is a must if severe. But it doesn’t mean one cannot exercise or workout anymore if the knee/s become sensitive. Here are a few suggested workouts one can take even with recovering knee or a slight knee problem.
Cycling
Compared to running or jogging, there is no impact on the knee when one rides a bicycle or stationary bike. This kind of cardio workout is a good substitute for the treadmill. It also helps in developing arm strength, not the just abs and legs, compared to running or jogging. It can also be fun to cycle with a partner or a group.
Swimming
There is also no impact on the knee involved here so swimming is a good cardio exercise, too. It’s also quite a refreshing workout, it doesn’t let one realize that he/she is hot or sweaty. There are waterproof earphones available in the market now so that this workout can be more fun or set a good mood.
Crunches
Again, there is no impact to the knee with this exercise. It’s all about the core and leg power. But be careful about the back, a thick yoga or fitness mat would be ideal to have rather than just doing it on a hard floor.
Planking
This floor exercise doesn’t involve the knee/s, too (except for half planks). It develops the core but also arm and leg strength. Best to use a thick yoga or fitness mat to avoid direct impact on the elbows.
At the end of day, one must also try to seek counsel from a professional personal fitness coach to achieve the fitness goals one desires even with a problematic knee. Some knee cases tend to be complicated or different.
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