Hi guys, I am preparing to set out for my very first run on the Couch to 5k and I was wondering if anyone had any advice about knee supports please? I have very skinny legs and have had problems in the past when attempting sports, so I thought prevention is better than cure and that I might invest in some knee supports - any advice?
Knee and ankle supports for old legs - Couch to 5K
Knee and ankle supports for old legs
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LeeUGraduate
I used to use some Nike ankle supports, worked quite well for me. A lot like these ones but they go a little further up the shin:
islandrunnerGraduate
Not sure about supports, but I think on your non-running days you should do some squats to strengthen your legs. They will pay off, plus it helps strengthen the muscles around the knees, helping to protect them.
there's a strength and flex programme you could do
nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/s...
or Knee exercises ... (which includes squats)
nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/k...
If nothing else, do the squats on non running days, 3 sets of 10, or 3 sets of 5 then build up to 3 sets of 10.
Good luck on your journey !!!!
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