Health & Fitness
Beating the Odds: Knee Pain Shouldn’t Stop You From Exercising
Ensure your fitness routine supports both your overall health and your knees
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Exercise is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle, but knee pain can make it difficult to stay motivated. It might seem like avoiding exercise is the safest option to prevent further knee damage. However, for most people, knee pain shouldn't stop them from exercising; in fact, it can be beneficial for the knees. The important thing is to exercise in a way that is safe for your knees. Implement these tips from orthopedic surgeon Anthony J. Costa, M.D. at Riverview Medical Center. To ensure your fitness routine supports both your overall health and your knees:
1. Stick to low-Impact
2. Don’t exercise on hard surfaces
3. Avoid bending your knees too much
4. Warm up and stretch
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