Knee problems

[Stu80]

Hi all. First post! I’m up to my 3rd run of wk 7 and my knee is feeling a bit week. It felt a bit sore after my last run. Any tips on keeping the knee strong?

[Hidden]

Have a look at the Strength and Flex forum on HU. I find squats are great. I do them whilst the kettle is boiling or when I have a spare minute. Very simple and easy to fit in to the day.😊

[CS51LOL Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Hi I graduated last year then had knee problems and was out for a while. So graduated again this year after a long rest and physio. I put tape on my knees for extra support now and make sure I do the stretches after each run. Take care.

[Dexy5 Graduate]

Hello Dadbod

nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/k...

Here’s a few exercises to set you on the right path.

As you have reached w7, it might be time to have a gait analysis at a specialist running shop, if you haven’t already. This might help.

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

If you are feeling aches that’s fine, but if you are in pain, don’t run through it but seek expert advice.

[Yesletsgo Graduate]

I’m only on week 5 but have an arthritic knee so am being very careful. I’m taking 2 rest days, doing dynamic stretches before and static after the run, making sure I drink lots of water, taking glucosamine and always raise my leg when sitting. The pain I get is different to my old arthritis pain 😁more of an ache in a different place rather than the stabbing weakness I used to get so something is definitely working! (Unaffected knee seems perfectly happy).

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

and includes advice on minimising impact, stretching after every run, hydration and strengthening exercises, all of which will help.

Enjoy your journey.