If, like me, you've heard that running puts you at risk for knee problems and osteoarthritis later in life, don't switch to mall walking yet.
The latest studies show that running does not cause osteoarthritis and, in fact, may slow the onset of symptoms, according to Lokelani McMichael in Women's Health magazine (Sept. 2006).But running with an injury can put you at risk for knee problems - arthritis and otherwise.
To stay injury-free, she recommends supplementing running with leg press and leg extension machines to strengthen the muscles and tissues that stabilize the knee. And, of course, choose running shoes carefully and change them often.
I have osteoarthritis in my left knee, but my background as an 27 years marathon runner showed me that "swimming with fins" is the best medicine to strengthen your muscles.
Posted by: nikos1949 | January 23, 2007 at 12:54 AM