I stretch a lot and loosen up but when i start to run my knees really hurt and feel like someone hit them with a bat. it only hurts when running. even just doing a little jog towards the phone in my house when it rings. it doesnt hurt when i walk, bike, or anything else. it just started and really bothers me because i like to run and when i stop my knees almost instantly stop hurting. its really starting to piss me off. Why is this happening to my knees, what is it, and what can i do to stop it.
2006-07-09 10:39:01 · 5 answers · asked by rufftuff187 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I am not sure what would cause the knee pain, but here are some potential solutions:
1) Break into running slowly, especially if you are new. You may be trying to do too much too soon. If you've been running a while, I suggest taking a break. It almost sounds like you have a case of runner's knee, but only you can decide for this yourself.
2) Be sure you have good shoes. By this, I mean quality running shoes. Cross trainers don't count. New Balance and Brooks make good shoes. I've been wearing the Brooks Adrenaline and really enjoy them. Any high-end New Balance is also good.
3) Run on soft surfaces.
4) Strengthen your quads (thigh muscles). They are crucial for knee-health. Consider them the shock absorbers for your knees.
5) You may want to try wearing the neoprene knee braces. I never run without them. They are usually $15 a piece, but I have had minimal knee problems since using them.
6) If you are heavy set, you may want to start with walking / swimming before jumping into running. The more weight you have upstairs, the tougher it is going to be on your legs.
7) Check out http://www.coolrunning.com for details on knee injuries. Or even doing a web search for knee injuries running to self-diagnose.
8) Avoid slanted surfaces, running on hills (both incline / decline).
Hope that helps.
2006-07-09 14:35:07 · answer #1 · answered by mchenryeddie 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I've had this same problem. Just buy some really good running shoes, ones that are name brand.
2006-07-09 17:44:45 · answer #2 · answered by cute_ark_girl 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Invest in a good pair of running shoes, perhaps?
2006-07-09 17:42:17 · answer #3 · answered by C-Mick 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
start walking instead for a while and get some really good shoes
2006-07-09 17:49:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Are you running on grass , or pavement??
They have things for your kneecaps, at a pharmacy. But don't pay pharmacy money---find out what they are called--
2006-07-09 17:50:56 · answer #5 · answered by bettyboop 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋