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I have really bad knees, and even though I am losing and really getting into shape, they still aren't getting strong enough to do lunges. However, I can get through 3 sets of 15 in squats, which I could never do before. I really need to focus on firming up my legs, (inner and outter) along with my butt. I know that the above exercises I mentioned are the best, but I can only do 1 set of 15 lunges. Do you have any suggestions on what I can do instead of all the forms of lunges? I'm in so much pain when I am even done with one set of 10. I could really use some suggestions!

Thank you!

Megan
 
have you been diagnosed with a specific ailment? Is it the back knee that hurts during a lunge or the front?

Try this for a great exercise for inner and outer thigh and butt:
get yourself a length of theraband (ask for some at your local physical therapy clinic. They may charge you a buck or 2).
Tie it in a circle. Put it around your ankles. Walk sideways so that the band stretches as you pull against it. Walk about 10-15 strides in each direction. If it is too easy, make the circle smaller until it provides a good resistance. This is a killer exercise if you do it correctly!

Wes
 
Thank you for that suggestion

It hurts in the front of my knee. I can't remember the name they diagnose me with, I know it starts with a P : ) I have one of those bands, I will try what you said and see how it works.

Thanks Wes!!
 
This spelling could be way off and probably is but is it Osgood-Schlatter Disease.

I have a mild case of this and it is a pain in the ass. Bending hurts.
 
I remember...

No it's not either of those, but it is Patellofemoral Syndrome. My doctor said this occured because of all the sports I grew up and still play. For starters, I figure skated for 12 years, vrey bad on the knees : ) Plus, softball, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, I swam (but that's good for the joints). Have either of you heard of this syndeome? I was in physical therapy for about 4 months, but nothing seemed to really get any better. My insurance only covers 6 months physical therapy a year, and I had to use the other two months on my shoulder. I'm 26 and falling apart, lol.
 
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I am not a Dr. I do not suggest doing anything for ANY knee problems without consulting a physician. If you follow any advice on this (or any of my posts), you do so at your own risk.
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I have chondromalacia which is similar... You may find that strengthening your vastus medialis helps loads. And, avoid running/walking downhill and down stairs.

Your quadricep muscles have a key role in patellar movement. Hip, hamstring, calf and iliotibial band stretching may also be important.

And, try applying ice for 10-20 minutes after working the knee joint.

-Rip
 
i strongly discourage u do squat and lunges at this point since those exercise can totally ruin ur knee. u should do a exercise called "superman" or side raise for ur hip which wont affect ur knees joint at all. u are more possibility getting even worst if u do any knees joint movement.
 
to_man_chap said:
i strongly discourage u do squat and lunges at this point since those exercise can totally ruin ur knee. u should do a exercise called "superman" or side raise for ur hip which wont affect ur knees joint at all. u are more possibility getting even worst if u do any knees joint movement.
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Although I am not recommending an exercise prescription without having assessed the author of the thread, typically, BW squats or sit-to-stand would be the recommended exercises for building strength in the legs.

With any joint pain, the prescription is typically strengthening the muscles about and below the joint in question to help support the joint and to take some of the force associated with various movements, away from the joint and through the muscles.

This persona is still going to have to walk, stand up, sit down, step off a curb, take some stairs, squat to get in and out of the car...

Don't know if supermans are going to help that!

Just a thought!
 
since she wants to tone her hip muscle, superman or hip side raise is something helpful. i agree with the thoery getting stronger muscle and ligament to avoid injury. but if the person dont have the basic joint movement knowledge, they shouldnt TRY exercise unless professional around. especiallly squat and lunges
 
Superman's cause a great amount of stress on the back believe it or not.

Read over this article with regards to increasing hip mobility/strength
 
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