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How To Prevent Sore Knee While Trail Running

by Vela Hu 28 Sep 2024 0 Comments

Many trail runners experience knee pain after a high-intensity race. Some people think that knee pain is caused by excessive exercise. In fact, if it is not severe pain and popping, then it is because the muscles are too weak to cause knee inflammation and pain. Although the first priority is to rest immediately and let the body recover automatically, how to train leg muscles and reduce incorrect postures are long-term strategies to avoid knee injuries.

Offers Five Helpful Tips To Prevent Sore Knee

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Stretch the Muscles around Your Knees
Before running, make sure to do a light warm-up followed by some stretching. Important muscle groups to focus on if you’re concerned about your knees include the quadriceps, hamstrings and calves. Contracting the opposite muscle group at the same time can help improve your ability to stretch those muscles. For example, while stretching your hamstrings, contract your quadriceps.


Strengthen Your Leg Muscles and Core
Strengthening is very important, including not only hamstrings and quadriceps, but also the core and glutes. Plyometric strength, which involves jumping or explosive movements, can also contribute to injury prevention. Light weight training twice a week for as little as 10 to 15 minutes can also be very helpful. Exercises to try include squats, lunges, or farmers walk (if you have weights at home).


Use Cold Therapy on Sore Knees
If your knees are sore after a run, try icing them. Sitting in frigid water for five to 10 minutes, or longer if tolerable, is a technique used by many professional athletes. Check with your doctor before attempting this and brace yourself for a cold experience!


Give your Knees a Break
Especially if you are injury prone, it is wise to mix in other forms of cardio into your routine a few times a week. This can help to ease repetitive strain. Cycling is one option. Circuit training is another that you can do from home.


Stay Hydrated
No matter what exercise you do, it is important to stay hydrated for optimal muscle function and health. Make sure to have a tall glass of water before you hit the pavement and immediately after you get home. If taking a long run, make sure to hydrate the day before and avoid alcohol.

 

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