LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Knee pain is one of the most common orthopedic problems facing our population today. Knee pain can be helped with some specific stretching and strengthening exercises. Health and wellbeing expert, Carlos Rivas, says people with stronger muscles around the knee tend to have less knee pain and a better quality of life.
Lower level of physical activity and a work environment where one is required to sit in a chair during the work day is one reason for developing knee pain. This lower degree of physical movement tends to weaken the knee muscles.
Studies show that people who have stronger muscles surrounding the knee have less knee pain and have better outcomes with surgery because of the stability that the stronger muscles provide.
Knee Rehab Exercises: perform exercises every other day for 10-15 repetitions.
a. Partial static squats: hold 10-15 seconds
b. Knee press against ball: 10-12 reps
c. Knee extension on ball: 12-15 reps
d. Band leg press: 12-15 reps
Train smarter to maximize your full potential! For more guided exercise and information,visit the Proformance website at www.proformanceresults.com
About Carlos Rivas:
Carlos Rivas, MS, CSCS is the Director of Health and Wellbeing @ ProFormance Fitness and FitCorp,LLC. He holds bachelor's degrees in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine and a Masters degree in Exercise Physiology. Carlos is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, National Strength and Conditioning Certified Personal Trainer, American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer, fitness editor for Kentuckiana Health and Fitness Magazine, Strength and Conditioning instructor for the University of Louisville Exercise Science Program, Fitness Consultant to Miss. America Program, and has more than 20,000 hours of personal training experience.
Carlos can be reached by e-mail: carlosfitpro@gmail.com or 502.741.9428
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