Heavy workouts can benefit those wanting to boost endurance and strength, but such strength training can also injure joints. Heavy exercises, despite physical benefits, may cause joint pain or even injuries as these workouts exert continual pressure on joints, especially the ones in the knees, hip, and lower back. This may erode the cartilage and may give rise to joint inflammation and pain. Doing exercises wrongly or excessively may increase the risk of ligament injury, ankylosis, and even chronic joint diseases. According to Suc khoe & Doi song news site, in order to have a healthy system of bones and joints, you should stay away from activities that can injure or even damage the joints: – Running on solid terrain: Running on solid terrain like concrete roads may damage the cartilage in your lower back, hip, and knees, which causes joint inflammation eventually. You can run on a treadmill instead. This exercise is good for the cardiovascular system without damaging your joints. – Jumping up on the spot continuously: Jumping up and down continuously may cause severe pressure on your hip, knees, and ankles. It is better to jump aside instead of jumping up. This can help strengthen your muscles […]
Heavy exercises and joint trauma
The Saigon Times