Have you ever been told to stop doing an exercise because of knee pain?

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Have you ever been advised to stop exercising due to knee pain? Injuries from sports, slips, falls, or aging can all contribute to this discomfort. Generally, you don’t need to eliminate an exercise unless it consistently causes pain or inflammation.

When managing knee pain, it's important to slow down your movements and check your form. For example, if squats hurt your knees, review your technique. A wider stance, with feet slightly apart and toes pointed forward or slightly outward, can improve mobility.

Lower yourself down slowly into a squat, only as low as feels comfortable. While some may suggest squatting all the way down, using a range of motion that feels right for you is crucial for maintaining independence in daily activities.

If you experience pain during squats or lunges, try isolating lower body muscles. For instance, one exercise involves standing on the front half of a platform while lifting the opposite leg, focusing on engaging your glutes and core.

To target the glutes, adjust a machine so that you can push through your heel while standing tall. Squeeze the glute and straighten your leg, engaging your core for stability.

Other effective at-home exercises include glute bridges and single-leg raises. If you're struggling with knee pain, check your form and focus on isolating specific muscle groups to reduce compensation patterns. Good luck and let us know how it goes!