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How to get in good shape with bad knees

  When your knees hurt, you don't feel like exercising, but not exercising makes your knees hurt even more. The key is to get in shape by doing exercises that don't put pressure on your knees. Avoid running and calisthenics, instead focus on gentle exercises like swimming and walking. Making sure you stay in shape has huge benefits in the way your knees feel. By strengthening the muscles around your knees, you can really reduce knee pain. Incorporate these exercises into your exercise routine. Swimming is the best exercise you can do if you have knee problems. It does not put pressure on the knees and tones the whole body. Being in the water is nice and you will definitely stay in shape and burn calories if you swim three or four times a week. It is also not necessary to swim for a long time. Twenty minutes is enough to reap the cardiovascular benefits. The kicking motion of the legs will strengthen the muscles that support the knees. Try to focus your workouts on your upper bo...

Fitness tips for beginners

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We have a common misconception that there is no gain without pain. Pain is your body's way of alerting you to the fact that something is wrong. Do not disregard this. Before moving on to advanced training, you should complete the "base training." So you stand on the scales and realize that unless something is done, you won't be able to zip your jeans up any time soon. You're going to start a fitness regimen. These helpful hints will help you start your fitness program. Consult Your Doctor: Before beginning any fitness program, consult with your doctor. Your doctor is aware of your current health status and will tell you which exercises you should not do. Take your doctor's advice. Start slowly: specialist athletes did not begin in this manner. They started slow and gradually increased to where they are now. You should begin your new exercise routine slowly and gradually increase your intensity. To avoid injuries, learn to warm up and cool down. Grab a Friend: ...