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Our knees must withstand heavy loads: on average, we bend them more than 1000 times a day. Every time we walk, we weigh many times our body weight on them. We need to be active so that our largest and most complex joints stay in shape despite the constant stress.
Millions of people complain of inflammation, swelling or pain in their knees. No wonder: no joint is subjected to such daily stress and tension as this one. It doesn't just have to withstand the enormous pressure of sprinting or skiing: with each squat, our largest and most complex joints carry seven to eight times our weight.
Movement is important so that sooner or later it doesn't crunch, pinch and hurt every time you bend or stretch. Aerobics or Zumba at home is a good alternative to the gym or sports ground: the combination of dance and fitness makes the body move, sheds extra pounds and promotes flexibility and strength.
Regular moderate exercise strengthens the knee
Last but not least, it benefits the knees: regular exercise also significantly improves the metabolism and blood circulation in the knee joint. In addition, strengthened muscles protect the knee joint from injuries and diseases.
This creates a load on the joints
In addition to inactivity, being on your feet for a long time is "poison" for the knees. Because then all the weight of the body falls on the point of connection between the bones of the upper and lower parts of the legs. It is always better to rest while sitting down and let your legs dangle several times a day. This contributes to the formation of synovial fluid.
As much as possible, you should avoid working in a standing position for long periods of time (for example, when assembling or making products), as well as strong bending of the knees, such as sitting cross-legged or squatting frequently.
These 5 sports are considered problematic
- Футбол
- Handball
- Tennis
- Rowing
- Skiing
